Dr. Schuchard is the author of several books on aspects of Masonic history.  Her recent research findings contradict claims of English Grand Lodge historians that “Bonnie Prince Charlie” as Stuart was known, was never a Mason at all.

 In 1745, Prince Charles led a great rebellion in Scotland aimed at restoring his father, James Stuart (James III) to the British throne.  The Prince’s followers, who were known as Jacobites, opposed the Hanoverian kings of England as intolerant usurpers. Following the failure of the rebellion, the English Grand Lodge held that Prince Charles was never a Mason, a view that has been widely accepted ever since.  However, archival evidence unearthed in Sweden by Dr. Schuchard reinforces Scottish claims that the Prince was, indeed, a Mason and was a secret Grand Master of the Templars for more than twenty years.

 Dr. Schuchard will present the details of her findings and take questions from the audience.

 The presentation is sponsored by Atlanta Peachtree Lodge #59, F.& A.M.  It is free and open to the public.  The lecture begins at 7:00 p.m.  The Atlanta Masonic Center is located at 1690 Peachtree Street, NW.  That is at the intersection of Peachtree Street and Deering Road.   Free parking in back.