A Short History of Scotland Chapter 18 - Regency of Mary of Guise

In which the regency of Mary of Guise is marked by rising tensions between Protestant reformers, led by John Knox and his allies, and the Catholic establishment supported by French influence, as the struggle for religious freedom intensifies amidst political manoeuvres and outlawries. The scene is set with factions rallying under the banner of conscience, while the fragile peace is shattered by assaults on the religious houses and uneasy treaties, casting a long shadow over the realm’s future.