Publisher: Umbrella Entertainment Run time: 537mins Year: 1985 Release date: 14/01/2010 RRP: $ 49.99
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Drama, TV Series
By the Sword Divided is a fascinating portrayal of a noble family torn apart during a civil war that divided loyalists in support of King Charles I and parliamentarians supporting Cromwell.
Following the death of Sir Martin Lacey, Arnescote Castle is now the home of Parliamentarian John Fletcher and his wife Anne, Sir Martin Lacey’s daughter. King Charles, following defeat at the Battle of Worcester, seeks sanctuary at Arnescote, and is helped to disguise himself by the servants before fleeing into exile.
Conflicts 1645: Arnescote Castle is now the home of Parliamentarian John Fletcher and his wife Anne, Sir Martin Lacey’s daughter. Cruel Neccesity 1649: The trial and execution of Charles I seems to have put an end to the Royalist cause. Cromwell at Arnescote 1649: The Fletchers receive Oliver Cromwell at Arnescote, unaware of the dangers involved. Witch Hunt 1650: Henry Snelling, a witch-finder, arrives at Arnescote Castle and spreads suspicion and distrust that leads to strained relations between John and Anne. Escape 1651: King Charles II, defeated at the Battle of Worcester, seeks sanctuary at Arnescote and is treated kindly, before attempting to escape into exile.
John Fletcher is in London while Anne remains with their son, Martin at Arnsecote. As she admits her true feelings for General Horton they declare their love. Tom is furious with his sister and seeks revenge on Horton in a bloody swordfight. Cronmwell’s rule ends and Charles II is restored as King – but what will this mean to all at Arnescote Castle?
Fateful Days 1653: Arnescote’s “singing boy” Hugh Brandon discovers his true identity and is horrified to discover who his birth mother is. Forlorn Hope 1655: Sir Thomas Lacey is involved in an uprising plot to recapture Arnescote Castle. Sir Austin Fletcher stands firm. The Mailed Fist 1657: Martin Fletcher is caught brawling with the village boys and Anne is summoned to London by her husband, John, to discuss his suspicions. Retribution 1658: Cromwell is on his deathbed. Tom Lacey meets with his twin, Anne, to discuss her affair with Horton and finally proposes to Frances. Restoration 1660: With the restoration of King Charles II, John Fletcher is brought to trial as a regicide. Tom is surprised to be honoured as a Baron by the King.
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