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James I takes the throne
Formally known as James VI of scottland. Took control over England and Ireland. Not a very good king. -
Charles I signs the Petition of Right
Established rights. -
Charles I is tried for treason and hanged
Trial was held in Londan on January 1st. He was accused of being a tyrant, and hung on the 30th of January. -
English Civil War occurs
The English Civil War occured during 1641 and 1651. Occured between parliment and royals, -
Charles I faces rebellion in Scotland
Rebellion began when Charles I tried to force a new prayer book on Scotland. -
Oliver Cromwell invades Ireland
He disliked the Irish because they were loyal to the Roman Catholic church. He was a protestant who wanted revenge for the killing of other English Protestants. -
Oliver Cromwell abolishes Parliament
Made a new government. The Assembly of Saints took place of parliment. -
Charles II is restored to the throne (Restoration)
Exile after exicution of his fatherin 1649. -
James II comes to the throne
He was the 2nd surviving sonof Charles I and Henrietta Maria. -
Habeas Corpus is passed
It was the common law that strengthened ancient prerogative. -
Glorious Revolution occurs
Resulted to the English Bill of Rights. -
English Bill of Rights is signed
Declared King James II's daughter, Mary and the dutch prince William of Orange officially the King and Queen of England.