<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, we're diving deep into the drama of Nathaniel Bacon's Rebellion in colonial Virginia. After a shaky reconciliation, Bacon and his men find themselves at odds with Governor Berkeley once again. Suspicion leads Bacon to rally an army in Henrico, confronting the governor and demanding permission to fight the attacking natives. A tense showdown in Jamestown forces Berkeley to cede to Bacon's demands—only for the rebellion to escalate further. As Berkeley attempts to recruit support, Bacon solidifies his control and even coerces wealthy planters to support his cause. With daring tactics, Bacon's men capture a ship, but a twist of betrayal allows Berkeley's forces to retake it. The governor regains Jamestown, but Bacon, returning victorious from battling natives, instigates another fierce confrontation, leading to the historic burning of the town.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Subscribe so you never miss an episode!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Sign up for our history newsletter on: &lt;a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.whywarshappened.com"&gt;www.whywarshappened.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Comment your thoughts below!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:00 Introduction to the American Revolution&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:17 Bacon's Rebellion: The Forgiveness and the Delay&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;01:23 Bacon's Escape and the Gathering at Henrico&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;02:16 The March to Jamestown and the Forced Permission&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;02:46 Governor Berkeley's Counteractions&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;04:16 Bacon's Rule and the Threat of British Intervention&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;05:38 Bacon's Strategic Moves and the Oath of Loyalty&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;09:53 The Rebel's Naval Adventures and Betrayal&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;13:50 Governor Berkeley's Return and Jamestown's Chaos&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;15:11 Bacon's Return and the Final Confrontation&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;16:37 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#history #americanrevolution #americanhistory #UShistory #britishhistory #war #colonial #virginia #Britain #virginiahistory #warsinhistory #historychannel #podcast&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Why Wars Happened History Podcast

Emily Ross

Colonial Piracy, Betrayal, and Execution – Season 1 Episode 24

NOV 27, 202416 MIN
Why Wars Happened History Podcast

Colonial Piracy, Betrayal, and Execution – Season 1 Episode 24

NOV 27, 202416 MIN

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<p>In this episode, we're diving deep into the drama of Nathaniel Bacon's Rebellion in colonial Virginia. After a shaky reconciliation, Bacon and his men find themselves at odds with Governor Berkeley once again. Suspicion leads Bacon to rally an army in Henrico, confronting the governor and demanding permission to fight the attacking natives. A tense showdown in Jamestown forces Berkeley to cede to Bacon's demands—only for the rebellion to escalate further. As Berkeley attempts to recruit support, Bacon solidifies his control and even coerces wealthy planters to support his cause. With daring tactics, Bacon's men capture a ship, but a twist of betrayal allows Berkeley's forces to retake it. The governor regains Jamestown, but Bacon, returning victorious from battling natives, instigates another fierce confrontation, leading to the historic burning of the town.</p><p> </p><p>Subscribe so you never miss an episode!</p><p> </p><p>Sign up for our history newsletter on: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.whywarshappened.com">www.whywarshappened.com</a></p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Comment your thoughts below!</p><p> </p><p>00:00 Introduction to the American Revolution</p><p>00:17 Bacon's Rebellion: The Forgiveness and the Delay</p><p>01:23 Bacon's Escape and the Gathering at Henrico</p><p>02:16 The March to Jamestown and the Forced Permission</p><p>02:46 Governor Berkeley's Counteractions</p><p>04:16 Bacon's Rule and the Threat of British Intervention</p><p>05:38 Bacon's Strategic Moves and the Oath of Loyalty</p><p>09:53 The Rebel's Naval Adventures and Betrayal</p><p>13:50 Governor Berkeley's Return and Jamestown's Chaos</p><p>15:11 Bacon's Return and the Final Confrontation</p><p>16:37 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser</p><p> </p><p>#history #americanrevolution #americanhistory #UShistory #britishhistory #war #colonial #virginia #Britain #virginiahistory #warsinhistory #historychannel #podcast</p>