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Real Dictators

Oliver Cromwell Part 3: To Kill a King…

Apr 30, 2024
The podcast delves into the turmoil after King Charles I's escape, leading to Cromwell's decision to put the King on trial. It explores the power struggle between Parliament and the New Model Army, royalist uprisings, and the dramatic trial and execution of King Charles I.
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  • Charles I faced a rigged trial and shocking execution orchestrated by Cromwell and his allies.
  • Cromwell's New Model Army emerged as a formidable force challenging Parliament and pushing for decisive action against the King.

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The Beginning of the End: Charles I's March to Trial and Execution

As the bitter cold sets in on London, Charles I, the King of England, makes his way to his trial and eventual execution. The scene is set outside Whitehall Palace, with a crowd and round-head soldiers awaiting his fate. Despite the nobility of his demeanor, the King faces a rigged trial, refusing to recognize the court's authority. As tensions rise, Cromwell and his allies push for a guilty verdict, leading to the shocking execution of the King.

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