The English Civil War: Rising Tensions
Why did subtle religious and political differences plunge England into civil war?
This week, we have a two-part series on the catastrophic First English Civil War. We trace the twists and turns of this tumultuous period from the perspective of Bulstrode Whitelocke and Edward Hyde, two close friends who reluctantly found themselves on opposing sides.
For this, Dan is joined by Minoo Dinshaw, author of 'Friends in Youth: Choosing Sides in the English Civil War'. In this first episode, we learn how subtle religious and political differences upset the balance of power in England, and plunged the kingdom into chaos.
Produced by James Hickmann and edited by Max Carrey.
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