Something Rotten in the State of Denmark

In 1693, Robert Molesworth, England’s Ambassador to Denmark, went public with his frank criticisms of King Christian V’s style of government. A Danish diplomat lodged a complaint with William III in London, and suggested Molesworth be beheaded. William declined, but offered to ensure that the king’s demand would feature prominently in future editions of Molesworth’s damning critique.

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