Titus Oates
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Titus Oates
TITUS OATES anabaptist turned conformist turned papist turned conformist again, odious fomentor of imaginary Popish plot : with his autograph
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1649 1705 Anabaptist Auto Graph Conformist Imaginary Oates Plot Popish Titus Turned Papist
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1. Title: "Titus Oates: An Odious Fomentor of an Imaginary Popish Plot" This intriguing photograph print depicts Titus Oates, a notorious figure in English history whose life was marked by dramatic conversions and controversial accusations. Born in 1649, Oates began his career as an Anabaptist, a radical Protestant sect, but soon converted to Catholicism during the turbulent period of the English Civil War. In 1678, he recanted his Catholicism and became a conformist, only to once again change allegiances and accuse Catholics of a vast and sinister plot to assassinate King Charles II and seize the English throne. The so-called "Popish Plot," as it came to be known, sent shockwaves through England and led to widespread anti-Catholic hysteria. Hundreds were arrested, and many were subjected to brutal interrogations and even executed. Oates' accusations were eventually exposed as baseless, and he was charged with perjury. He was imprisoned for several years and later released, but his reputation remained tarnished. This photograph print, featuring an authentic autograph of Titus Oates, is a chilling reminder of the power of fear and propaganda in shaping public opinion. Oates' actions, while motivated by complex historical circumstances, ultimately contributed to a dark chapter in English history, one marked by religious intolerance and mistrust. The image of Oates, with his intense gaze and signed confession, serves as a haunting testament to the consequences of deceit and the dangers of blindly believing in unfounded rumors. Mary Evans Picture Library's archives offer a wealth of historical images, each with its unique story to tell. This photograph print of Titus Oates is a captivating example, shedding light on a pivotal moment in English history and the complexities of religious and political dynamics during the late 17th century.
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