Episode 51
The 1549 Kett's Rebellion
Why was there a series of popular rebellions in 1549 and what was their significance for the development of English society? Professor Suzannah Lipscomb finds out about the turbulent time when the common people took on the Tudor establishment.
Not Just the Tudors · History Hit
October 11, 202153m 1s
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Show Notes
<p>In 1549, the Tudor establishment was rocked by a series of popular rebellions, born of deep discontent over the enclosure by wealthy landowners of common land, which were essential to ordinary people's livelihoods. In Norfolk, yeoman Robert Kett agreed to the rebels' demands and offered to lead them, storming and taking the city of Norwich - an act which prompted a brutal response from the full military might of the state.</p><br><p>In this episode of <em>Not Just the Tudors</em>, Professor Suzannah Lipscomb talks to Professor Andy Wood about the Norfolk insurrection - known as the Ketts Rebellion - and its long-term significance for the development of English society.</p>
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