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King James I Rises to Power
King James increases internal religious tension, His foreign policy is viewed as a Catholic sympathy, and the Impositions he imposed were not approved of by the Parliament. His rule was also tainted with scandal and corruption, weakening the King's public image. -
The Petition of Right is Passed
The acknowledgement if the Petition of Right puts more power into the Parliaments hands, and even though Charles I didn't always abide by it, it still was a parliamentary victory. -
The English are Defeated in the Battle Of Newburn
This forced the King to call the Long Parliament together, but this only happens on their terms. This grants huge power to the English Parliament. -
The Militia Ordinance is Passed
The Militia Ordinance allows for the Parliament to raise their own military, basically stating they can gather forces against the King. Without this England wouldn't have fallen into a civil war between the King and Parliament. -
Charles I Defeated at the Battle of Langport
The defeat of Charles I forces allowed for England to temporarily become a Protestant republic. This was a period in which the monarchy and the Anglican church were disbanded and the Parliament held much power. -
The Treaty of Dover is Signed
It required the English to support the French in war against the Dutch, but to do this Charles II had to call upon Parliament for the funds. Parliament forced him to pass the Test Act. This prohibited any Catholic rulers, such as the heir to the throne Jame I. -
William of Orange Invades England
After invading England William proceeded to cede more power to the Parliament and permanently weaken the English crown
