Power Struggles and Conflicts in Parliament

This chapter delves into the political turmoil within the 17th-century Parliament, specifically focusing on the power struggles surrounding the standing army. Members like Hollis maneuver to weaken the army through troop reductions and leadership changes, highlighting the complex dynamics and ambitions at play. Tensions rise as discussions on army recruitment, strategic military moves, soldiers' grievances, and the emergence of the levelers intensify the conflict within Parliament.