# Gunpowder Plot is uncovered (1605)

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Catholic conspirators planned to destroy the king and Parliament with explosives beneath the House of Lords. Within the broader Stuarts & Revolutions period, the shared monarchy of England, Scotland and Ireland produced conflicts over religion, taxation and sovereignty that culminated in civil war, revolution and union. This event is placed at 5 November 1605 in the chronology so it can be read alongside the political, military, social and cultural changes around it. The failed plot became a lasting symbol of religious conflict and state security.

## Why it matters
The failed plot became a lasting symbol of religious conflict and state security.

Ruler at the time: [James I](https://english-history.com/rulers/james-i)

## Sources
- [Wikipedia topic lookup — Gunpowder Plot is uncovered](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:Search?search=Gunpowder+Plot+is+uncovered&go=Go)
- [Encyclopaedia Britannica topic lookup — Gunpowder Plot is uncovered](https://www.britannica.com/search?query=Gunpowder+Plot+is+uncovered)
- [Wikipedia — Timeline of British history](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_British_history_%281600%E2%80%931699%29)
- [UK Parliament — Living Heritage](https://www.parliament.uk/about/living-heritage/)