I was in Scotland back in the 1980s and asked a Scot why they observed Guy Fawkes night. He said; The Brits celebrate it because they caught the guy before he blew up the government. We celebrate it because someone tried.

Guy fawkes, the last man to enter the houses of parliament with honest intentions

"The last man to enter Parliament with honest intentions." Great line. And it can be applied to any legislature anywhere.

"Guy Fawkes, the last man to enter the Houses of Parliament with honest intentions." A similar thought was once expressed in America by Mark Twain: "There is no distinctly American criminal class - except Congress."

"He recently returned from overseas, where he'd been fighting for the Spanish in the 80-years war. Not for its entirety-I hasten to add." Why, of course, It's necessary.

"The 5 conspirators met at the place where all great plans are made: the local pub" This cracked me up xD

Lmao that graphic of kingsby and his men was to funny "Well lads" "That went to shit" "I'd have to agree" 😂

Funfact: the actor Kit Harington.. most well known for his role as Jon Snow in Game of Thrones who also portrayed Robert Catesby in the HBO Mini series Gunpowder, found out that he's actually an descendant of Catesby himself.. he found that out because he found it curious that his middle name is Catesby so he decided to do some research... he got curious about it and found it out just because he got casted for the Role... how amazing is that ?

The one thing he achieved is to be eternally remembered. Not like king what's his name....

ICE: "What is your real name?" Me, a Hispanic man with a strong Spanish accent: "It's John Johnson."

“Behind this mask there is more than just flesh. Beneath this mask there is an idea... and ideas are bulletproof.”

Remember, remember! The fifth of November, The Gunpowder treason and plot; I know of no reason Why the Gunpowder treason Should ever be forgot!

Dude was way ahead of his time

You can bet that this Guy Fawkes

As a Brit, I actually learned a good bit here. Unfortunately, our history is largely poorly taught throughout most of our schools. Only ever briefly touching on various subjects compared to the sheer depth they actually have. Great video.

"Actually it was pretty easy! Barely an inconvenience"

When I was a kid we used to make a 'Guy', stick it in an old pram and park it outside a shop somewhere with a sign bearing the legend "Penny for the guy". The money raised was to buy fireworks for the 5th November, or ice lollies, whichever appealed most at the time.

I'm a Dutchman, so I heard about Guy Fawkes fairly late in life. My first impulse was 'You people are cheering the fact his plot failed, but it was you who lost.' I think more and more people are coming around to that conclusion, and perhaps it's time for another hero to try again.

Fun fact; I live in Newfoundland, Canada, which was a British republic until 1949. We still celebrate bonfire night here, though we don't burn effigies of Guy Fawkes. In fact, most people here don't even know the origin of the holiday anymore

I wish Thoughty2 was my history teacher back in history class lol

The idea of blowing up the Houses of Parliament becomes more and more appealing each day👍🏻

Plot twist : Guy Fawkes was Thoughty2 all along

Would have loved to see Thoughty2 with the Guy Fawkes mustache just for this episode.

Can't help but feel like we need another Guy Fawkes to sort out the current state of the government

7:38 "The five conspirators met at the place where all great plans are made" **Pause** "The local pub." Reminds me of assassins creed xD

In my neck of the woods we've always celebrated the night as a valiant effort.

You’ve honestly taught me about so many different points in history. Thank you! Truly very informative and entertaining.

I remember as a child chanting: "Guy, Guy - string him up high. Hang him from a lamppost and let him die." Ahhhh, such fond memories of childhood innocence

12:50 The OG “Don’t come to school tomorrow”

This is a misquote, he didn't say his name was "John Johnson", he actually said "Don Johnson".

Riddle: Who was Guy Fawkes? Answer: The only man who ever had a good reason to enter Parliament.

Thank you for posting this, I finally understand V for Vendetta.

The inspiration for V for Vendetta.

i always appreciate your blend of fact and humor. thank you for all of your work!❤

I’ve heard this story recounted by several great story tellers, none doing it so much simple understandable justice as you. so glad I found your channel, currently in the middle of plumbing through the years of quality posting 😁✨

Please never stop making videos. You're one of the most enjoyable creators on this platform and I love watching everything you make. Cheers

Remember, remember, the fifth of November. The gunpowder, treason, and plot. I know of no reason why the gunpowder treason should ever be forgot.

I can't believe they had "Flat Pack Furniture" way back then.

V for Vendetta is dedicated for this whole plot!!😊

On the same album John Lennon sings, "Imagine all the people living for today," he also sings, "Remember the fifth of November," followed by the sound of an explosion.

Yet another amazing video. Love these historical ones, always learn something new

Love these videos and the RIF podcasts!! Part of my routine by now

I watch all your videos, this one was really good. Keep it up 2

When I was a little kid growing up in Nigeria (in the 60's) I enthusiastically participated in the Burning of the Guy (even though I had no clue about the meaning or its origins).

I demand to know how you make such amazing high-quality content in such a short time,I will find out thought2,no matter what.

That was great loved it and now I know the rest of the story can't help but wonder what if they had succeeded

"Remember, remember, the 5th of November, the Gunpowder Treason and Plot. I know of no reason why the Gunpowder Treason should ever...be...forgot." A line from one of my favorite movies V For Vendetta. One of my favorite monochromatic movies (black and white films) is shown in part in the movie, the original Count of Monte Cristo from 1934 starring Robert Donat as Edmund Dantes. The original Count of Monte Cristo can be watched for free directly on UKposts. I definitely recommend watching it for those who also love classic monochromatic films.

I watched, "V For Vendetta," for the second time last night, prompted by a respected co-worker who told me he and his sister watched the film together on the 5th of November for several years in succession. I watched the movie for the first time last year while recovering from an injury. I felt I hadn't given it my full attention - nodding at points because I'd had a long day. I wondered when I'd see it again. Thank you for this video on Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot. I've known of him and the failed attempt for decades - that he was considered a fool - and his failure was celebrated in Britain around Halloween. I had not made the connection that he had threatened the rule of King James I, the king associated with the publishing of the 1611 translation of the Bible in England. Well, I forgot that fact. Fawkes is a fascinating character. I do not condone violence or terrorist activity - yet I can see how persecuted believers passionate about their faith might consider ways to end the oppression they suffered. And in today's World, I can see individuals fearing the continued erosion of their "rights" - and fearing the prophesied One World Government - would seek ways to avert the tyranny that is to come. "Remember, remember, the Fifth of November...."

You always make the best videos

he who has the last laugh wins, guy fawkes has amassed more remembrance then any royal in history.

the most fascinating and fun history lesson i have enjoyed in quite some time (excluding the other Thoughty2 videos, of course)

i watch this channel so much and ive learned so much from it thank you

i want to re-watch v for vendetta now

Watch Dogs: Legion's first mission is a recreation of the incident of Parliament.

Thoughty2....I have watched your vids for years.....you are fricking great......keep it up...just like you always have

In New Mexico, in early September, we have a similar burning, only I don't think Zozobra represents a specific person so much as an ideal. He is called Old Man Gloom, and he burns away the negative influences before we get shut in for the winter (though New Mexico winters are very mild so we rarely get shut in for more than a few hours). It's a cathartic thing so having a figure representing a common enemy is a good idea. Give us an outlet and a target for our aggression and you can prevent some group acting out.

I kinda can’t believe that the entire plot fell apart because one of the men sent a “don’t come to school tomorrow” note

Hey...thoughty 2, you sure make history and those little lockdowns we had more pleasurable plus the fact I suffer with osteoarthritis and cant get out like I used to and you even make the painfull days go a little less dark by keeping me focused on something interesting (under statement there ) lol keep up the great work..👍✌️🇬🇧

your videos are so incredible! they’re entertaining and i learn so much more than i ever did in school.

Fabulous piece of work. Cheerz for that.

Crazy I just bought V for Vendetta last night out of pure boredom to rewatch and you make a video on the actual person the movie is about

I so love this. You kick ass Thoughty2. Guy Fawkes is quite familiar to me. Thanks for your show and sharing a great piece of 🇬🇧 history. I think that’s a bloody good job 👏😂🤣😆.

I was trying to find your podcast. Man, sorry I wasn't there to support you. We both know numbers run everything. Thank you for your hard work.

In Greece, we have a very similar custom where we burn the visage of Judas every Easter.

Outstanding Video , Thank you ! In the future can you explore " The Wicker Man " topic ? Hope you and your loved ones have a great/safe week, Cheers, Tony from across the pond.

All us kids in the 70's used to go round our village, dragging a Guy behind on a hand cart. Knocking on doors and saying "Penny for the Guy", and if the person who answerd the door did'nt give you a penny, someone would put red paint on their doorstep. Happy days.

Awesome video as usual... Love learning more history of Guy Fawkes. Very interesting

Never knew the full story! But always loved what I called “Guy Fawkes Day”. Who doesn’t love a good tire fire. Thank you for this one

Thank you for a highly informative video. I knew some of this - but not the whole thing. I've often found myself wondering what the aftermath would have been if they had gotten away with it!

10:20 "Actually, it's gonna be super-easy, barely an inconvenience!" "Oh really?!"

Love your vids, man

That's the problem with involving too many people in a secret plot. Someone's gonna slip up somewhere Also, "hanged, drawn and quartered"... Talk about excessive violence

I learned about Guy Fawkes back in the 70's when I had a crush on a certain British pop star. That led me to research him. Down the rabbit hole I went. The 70's before any pocket encyclopedia. Real books...so many books. Then came the 90's & the vendetta masks. I thought, this seems familiar. Oh yeah, that 'guy'. 🤣😂

Just listened your podcast 👍

"You win some, you lose some." Such is life and death.

So glad someone finally explained this

ancient stone circles Most inspiring place I went to, the stones represented a *ton*

so bonfire night is just bullying somebody who was executed a long time ago

Even though I know a lot about the plan to restore England back as a Catholic country aka The Gunpowder Plot (as well a quite a few of Thoughty2’s videos). I still watch the video because I absolutely love the way Thoughty2 tells his interesting videos! He tells a great story while delivering information on interesting subjects. Some people just have great voices and know how to grab your attention and keep you hooked. Keep up the great work Thoughty2 and I’m gonna become a patron of your channel (the only channel I’ve ever even considered becoming a patron of) just so I can keep that mighty moustache producing excellent videos!!! I’m so proud your English like me, a true Great Britain 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 🇬🇧

One of the more interesting videos you made recently. :D

Remember, remember, the 5th of November.... Poor Guy had a tough life and a horrible death.

Hey Thoughty2, eating nettle has been in the customs of the people living in Darjeeling, India (it's the place where I come from). Now if the Brits eat nettle like the people here in Darjeeling, I was interested whether the custom in our Nepali Culture of eating nettle plants came from the Brits, or was it the Brits who took a fancy in our custom?

Bonfire night is also celebrated here in Newfoundland and Labrador

Brilliant! "The last man to enter Parliament with honest intentions." Or any other government official anywhere for that matter.

Funny thing is, I'm British and knew of the gunpowder plot, guy fawkes and obviously bonfire night but it never actually occurred to me that we are the only country to celebrate it... I always thought everyone celebrated bonfire night 😂

Needed more now than ever

Amazing content as expected

This is a bit creepy... I've been walking around all day at and said "remember, remember, the fifth of November"... And then you upload this while I drive home.

He was my distant ancestor. The family changed the last name to avoid shame.

This will make your toes curl.....I worked at an elderly care home several years ago now & the same week as bonfire night a really popular resident passed away. Not only did they actually have a Guy Fawkes made up & perched on top of the wood pile then set on fire (which I haven't actually seen that done for maybe 20 years) but they'd dressed the Guy Fawkes in the residents actual clothing who'd died that week.......

that was probably one of the best outros ive heard. oddly wholesome for being about an attempted coup

Cool video! Super interesting, as always. I'm sure there are a lot of people in the US who think that Guy Fawkes is a fictional character made up for the movie V for Vendetta lol

Well, one damn snitch, and one nearly unable to be broken. But every man has their breaking point. And from the sound of it, he was absolutely tortured in a truly medieval way. ☠️

As always, Well Done.

Kit Harrington played Robert Catesby in in the TV mini series “Gunpowder”, and Guy Fawkes was played by Tom Cullen.

I live very near the place the gunpowder plot was supposed to have been arranged. Coughton Court. So I've known all this from a early age. Good to see our customs are being shown though, I love that we have a rich history.

Your map is a little wrong.. Ireland didn’t join the union until 1801 and they left in 1920 so it doesnt make sense to show northern Ireland and not ROI

I didn't know anything of this aside from the gunpowder plots failure. Very interesting!

13:32 Did I see 2 typos here ? Such a well-produced video... betrayed by basic errors.

I'm a part of the Commonwealth, I love the Brits, Guy was on point AF