Memoirs of the Jacobites of 1715 and 1745. Volume III.

Name: Memoirs of the Jacobites of 1715 and 1745. Volume III.
Author: Mrs. A. T. Thomson

By Mrs. A. T. Thomson

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The volume presents a series of biographical sketches and memoirs of prominent Jacobite figures, combining family histories, military actions, personal letters, and contemporary evaluations. It recounts campaigns, captures, exile, and legal consequences while offering anecdotes and character portraits that illuminate motives and loyalties. Unpublished correspondence, portraits, and archival notes are incorporated to supplement and correct earlier accounts, and prefatory remarks describe the research assistance and documentary sources consulted. The arrangement balances battlefield narrative with social and domestic detail, giving readers both political context and intimate glimpses of the individuals who supported the Stuart cause.

About the Author

Mrs. A. T. Thomson

Mrs. A. T. Thomson was a notable author known for her historical writings, particularly focusing on the British aristocracy and political history of the early 18th century. Her most recognized works include the two-volume "Memoirs of Sarah, Duchess of Marlborough, and of the Court of Queen Anne," which provides an intimate look at the court life during Queen Anne's reign. Additionally, she authored the multi-volume "Memoirs of the Jacobites of 1715 and 1745," which chronicles the Jacobite uprisings and their impact on British society. Thomson's writings are characterized by their detailed narrative style and rich historical context, contributing significantly to the understanding of her subjects.