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Thomas Pilkington
SIR THOMAS PILKINGTON Lord Mayor of London whose staunch whig (anti-royal) sympathies got him into trouble with the Stuarts, but he survived.. Date: ? - 1691
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1691 Anti Mayor Pilkington Survived Sympathies Trouble Whig Staunch Stuarts
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1. Title: "Sir Thomas Pilkington: The Defiant Whig Lord Mayor of London (1691)" Sir Thomas Pilkington, depicted in this historic print, served as the esteemed Lord Mayor of London during a tumultuous time in English history. Born into a prominent family, Pilkington's staunch Whig sympathies set him apart from the ruling Stuart monarchy, which leaned heavily towards the Tory party. During his tenure as Lord Mayor, Pilkington's anti-royal stance became increasingly apparent. He openly supported the Glorious Revolution of 1688, which deposed King James II and brought William III and Mary II to the throne. This defiance did not go unnoticed by the Stuart court, which saw Pilkington as a threat to their authority. Despite the potential danger, Pilkington remained resolute in his beliefs and continued to champion the cause of the Whigs. His unwavering commitment to the new regime earned him the respect and admiration of many Londoners, who saw him as a symbol of their own resistance against the old order. However, Pilkington's actions did not go unpunished. In response to his open defiance, the Stuarts sought to retaliate. They attempted to have Pilkington impeached, but their efforts were thwarted by the strength of his popular support. Despite the risks, Pilkington survived the ordeal and continued to serve London with distinction. His tenure as Lord Mayor marked a turning point in the city's history, as it solidified London's commitment to the new Whig regime and paved the way for a new era of political stability. This print, created in 1691, captures the essence of Sir Thomas Pilkington's defiant spirit and his pivotal role in London's history. It serves as a reminder of the courage and resilience of those who stood up against the odds to defend their beliefs and shape the course of history.
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