Bye Plot

The Bye Plot was a conspiracy by English Catholics to kidnap King James I of England and force him to repeal anti-Catholic legislation. The plot was revealed by English Jesuits in 1603, such as Father Henry Garnet, who informed the government because they were afraid of retribution against Catholics if the plan were to be attempted.

Catholic priest William Watson and two others were tried and hanged for their parts in the scheme. Early in 1604, as a result of the plot, King James ordered all Catholic clergy to leave England.

See Also

• Gunpowder Plot

Sources

• Britain Express
• Gunpowder Plot
• Profile of Henry Garnet