Scottish Jacobite Movement
The Scottish Jacobite Movement was a series of uprisings and political efforts in the 17th and 18th centuries aimed at restoring the Stuart dynasty to the British throne. The movement primarily sought to reinstate James II and his descendants, who were ousted during the Glorious Revolution of 1688. Supporters, known as Jacobites, were mainly from Scotland and Ireland, and they often faced opposition from the ruling Hanoverian monarchy.
Key events in the Jacobite Movement include the Jacobite risings, particularly the notable uprisings of 1715 and 1745. The latter, led by Charles Edward Stuart, also known as "Bonnie Prince Charlie," aimed to reclaim the throne but ultimately ended in defeat at the Battle of Culloden in 1746. The movement significantly influenced Scottish culture and identity, leaving a lasting legacy in the region.