The Murderous Earl of Pembroke part 4: the Popish Plot

The transcript discusses the mysterious death of Sir Edmund Godfrey in 1678, which sparked anti-Catholic sentiment and the Popish Plot. Various suspects, including Philip Herbert and the Earl of Pembroke, are considered, but the crime remains unsolved. The Popish Plot, a fictitious Catholic conspiracy, is linked to Godfrey's death, with Titus Oates and Israel Tongue as key figures. The investigation led to wrongful convictions, and the true murderer was never found. Theories range from murder by Oates to suicide, but the case remains a historical enigma.

What were the consequences of the accusations made by Titus Oates?

What evidence suggests that the three men convicted of Godfrey's murder were innocent?

Discuss the theories surrounding the possibility of suicide in relation to Godfrey's death.