
1.7- The New Model Army
After years of muddling along, Parliament created a more professional army. They finally defeated King Charles at Nasbay in June 1645.
28 Okt 201327min

1.6- The Solemn League And Covenant
In late 1643, Parliament sealed a military alliance with the Scots. Their combined force defeated the Royalists at Marston Moor.
21 Okt 201327min

1.5- Cavaliers and Roundheads
After negotiations with Parliament broke down, King Charles raised his standard in August, 1642. The opening campaigns of the First Civil War tilted in the Royalists favor.
13 Okt 201326min

1.5a- Supplemental- The Armies
A brief description of the soldiers who fought in the English Civil Wars.
13 Okt 201312min

1.4- The Long Parliament
The Long Parliament convened in November 1640. Tensions ran high as Parliamentary leaders tried to assert control over the State.
7 Okt 201325min

1.3- The Bishops' Wars
The Scots revolted after Charles tried to impose the Book of Common Prayer, forcing the King to recall Parliament.
30 Sep 201325min

1.2- Personal Rule
In the 1630s, King Charles ruled without Parliament. His financial policies and religious innovations annoyed many of his subjects.
23 Sep 201323min

1.1- The Kingdoms of Charles Stuart
In 1625 Charles Stuart became king of England, Scotland and Ireland. His relationship with Parliament immediately got off on the wrong foot.
15 Sep 201324min



















