The Trial of Charles I
Dan Snow's History Hit
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The Prelude to Civil War
Analyzing the lead-up to the Civil War in the British Isles, focusing on tensions surrounding Charles I's unpopular regime and religious policies. The chapter explores the escalating confrontations, including the Irish rebellion, fears of the king siding with rebels, and the breakdown of trust culminating in a dramatic attempted arrest of critical MPs. It details the first Civil War in England, highlighting parliamentarians' victory, the forging of alliances, and the impact on political and military dynamics.
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