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We follow the young Mary as she stumbles from young girl in Scotland, to Queen in France, back to Queen in Scotland, and finally to Elizabeth I’s public enemy no. 1 – with a bit of Queenian Rhapsody thrown in for good measure! Meanwhile across the world we meet silver-nosed Danish scientist Tycho Brahe, and Mr H gives us his unique take on the epic Battle of Lepanto in another History’s Craziest Fools
ORIGINAL AIRDATE:
Monday 8th June 2015
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Preview for “Mary Queen of Scots”: The five Marys go about their business until they learn of Francis’ death
Large ruffs worn by men meeting in public cause them problems
The Great Tudor Bake Off: Differences between poor and posh diets
Historical Tech: Mary announces via computer about her return whilst looking for a husband
Tudor Togs: Dress up as your favourite queen; will you choose young and pretty Mary, or will you choose her rival, old and ugly Elizabeth? Bear in mind it’s illegal to dress up as a monarch in the 16th century (advertisement)
Historical Tech: via smartphone, Mary looks for another husband
Historical Restrooms: A businessman uses one of the first flushing toilets, which is still in need of a few minor improvements-and perhaps some toilet paper!
Amazing Scientists: Brian meets Tycho Brahe from the Tudor era, who amazes him with Tudor Science… and his apparent pet elf!
Historical Tech: Mary again looks for another royal husband via tablet to help in her future conquest of England
History’s Craziest Fools: Mr. H takes a look at The Battle of Lepanto, 1571, where the Ottomans start a dance off, and fire fruit! Meanwhile in the battle, a recently handless Spaniard tries to prevent the bleeding (sensible) with a chicken (Not sensible!)
SONG: Mardy Mary Queen of Scots Song: Mary argues her case in court, to try and prove her innocence, but the jury decide against her-will that please cruel cousin, Elizabeth?
Chatty Death: Mary compares her life with Elizabeth I, and it seems that Mary’s enemy was better off than she was!
SONG:
Mardy Mary Queen of Scots Song (parody of “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen)
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