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English Revolution Begins
Begins due to the religious and political conflicts in England -
Charles I surrenders to the Scots
Charles dissolved Parliament after this because he was frustrated in his attempt to rule in accordance with tradition. -
Second civil war. Pride’s Purge.
The end of the first civil war, and the beginning of the second war. The objective was to forcibly remove from the Long Parliament all those who were not supporters of the Grandees in the New Model Army and the Independents. -
Charles is executed
It was decided that England would never find peace unless Charles I was executed. Charles faced his death with dignity. -
Charles II and Scots defeated at Worcester. Charles flees to France.
While the Scottish forces headed south into England, where they were defeated at the Battle of Worcester on September 3, 1651. Charles II escaped, and fled to France. -
Exclusion Bill
Exclusion bills sought to exclude the King's brother and, James, Duke of York, from the thrones of England, Scotland and Ireland because he was Roman Catholic. -
Charles II dies. Accession of James II.
The death of Charles the II causes James the II to rise to power. James the II now rules Scotland. -
Convention Parliament meets. Bill of Rights. Accession of William and Mary.
The parliament spent much time discussing over whether James II was considered to have abdicated or abandoned the throne in some manner and who then should take the crown. They decided that William be himself should be King.
