The Jacobite Ballads

The Jacobite Ballads are a collection of traditional songs from 17th and 18th-century Britain that celebrate or sympathize with the Jacobite cause—to restore the Stuart kings to the British throne. These ballads reflect the political tensions of the time, blending themes of loyalty, rebellion, and romance. They were often sung by supporters in rural communities and helped preserve the Jacobite legacy through storytelling and music, even after the movement's decline. The ballads remain significant as historical and cultural artifacts, illustrating the passions and struggles of an era marked by dynastic conflict.