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In 1565, while Douglas was Lord Chancellor, he joined a conspiracy of Protestant nobles to remove David Rizzio from court, as he was speculated to be having an affair with the queen. This led to Douglas leading a group of armed men into the Palace of Holyroodhouse and[[Murder of David Rizzio| killing Rizzio]], before fleeing. He returned to Scotland when he was pardoned. | In 1565, while Douglas was Lord Chancellor, he joined a conspiracy of Protestant nobles to remove David Rizzio from court, as he was speculated to be having an affair with the queen. This led to Douglas leading a group of armed men into the Palace of Holyroodhouse and[[Murder of David Rizzio| killing Rizzio]], before fleeing. He returned to Scotland when he was pardoned. | ||
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