The English Civil Wars
The English Civil Wars
Charles I became King of England in 1625. He repeatedly fell out with the English Parliament, which resulted in the outbreak of a civil war in 1642.
The execution of Charles I
In 1649, Charles I was put on trial for treason. He was found guilty and sentenced to death.
Who was Oliver Cromwell?
Following the execution of Charles I in 1649, Oliver Cromwell became ‘Lord Protector’ in 1653. Cromwell was a very strict Protestant and made many changes based on his beliefs.
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