The History of England
David Crowther
This my re-telling of the story of England. I aim to be honest, and rigorous - but always loving of my country's history. It is a regular, chronological podcast, starting from the end of Roman Britain. There are as many of the great events I can squeeze in, of course, but I also try to keep an eye on how people lived, their language, what was important to them, the forces that shaped their lives and destinies, that sort of thing. To listen free of adverts, support the podcast, access a library of 150+ hours of shedcasts of me warbling on, and get new shedcasts every month, why not become a member at https://thehistoryofengland.co.uk/become-a-member ? You know it makes sense... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 23, 2024 • 47min
409 Agreement of the People
The New Model, Levellers and Radical MPs reacted with steely determination to the adoption of the Newport treaty. It was probably Ireton that inspired Pride's Purge. Ireton it was also that drove the development of the constitutional proposal that followed, forged in the Whitehall Debates - the Agreement of the People. That would have to wait though, because more immediate questions were at hand. What now to do with this incorrigible king? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 9, 2024 • 48min
408 The Treaty of Newport
In July. Hamilton launched his army of Scots across the border, in confident expectation that his 14,000 would be swelled by enthusiastic English royalists. England would know it's fate at Preston, when the opposimg commanders, Hamilton and Cromwell, threw the dice. While parliament would receive two proposals for a lasting peace; the Remonstranbce of the Army, penned by Ireton, Radical MPs and Levellers; and the Newport Treaty from their commissioners and the king. Which way would the bones fall? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 2, 2024 • 47min
407 The Peoples' Distress
Explore the distress of the people in England in 1648 - from taxes to religion to county committees. Learn about the rise of the Levelers and Parliament's sequestration of Royalist estates. Dive into political turmoil, covert operations, and military ventures as the country grapples with unrest and alliances.
May 26, 2024 • 39min
406 Engagements
In November 1647 at Corkbush field near Ware, Fairfax faced a dangerous threat to army unity - the work of the Leveller Agitators had incited some regiments to mutiny, in support of the Agreeent of the People. Meanwhile Charles had fled Hampton Court; he would find his new home even less to his liking. Until he had a strictly private discussion with the Scots... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 19, 2024 • 52min
405 The Putney Debates
The podcast explores the radical political ideas of the Levellers and the chaos within the army during the Putney Debates. Discussions include demands for democratic reform, universal suffrage, finding a unifying solution to prevent anarchy, and debates on extending the franchise with limitations. The chapter delves deep into the evolving political landscape in 1647, highlighting the importance of unity and harmony amidst disagreements.
May 5, 2024 • 51min
404 A New Model Coup
In July, England had the prospect of king, Fairfax and Army triumphantly entering London with a new, open and tolerant constitution and a bright future. But Charles had killed that. So, in the face of the hostility of parliament, and fortified by their Solemn Engagement, the New Model Army decided to take England's future into their own hands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 28, 2024 • 46min
403 No Mere Mercenary Army
Fairfax's Army puts pressure on the king, proposing peace terms. Key topics include the abduction of King Charles, army demands for reform, and tense peace negotiations. Discussion on the power struggles of the era and the clash of ideologies between Charles and delegates.
Apr 14, 2024 • 43min
402 Enemies of the State
Exploring power struggles and strategic decision-making in 1647 as the New Model Army faces internal strife. The chapter delves into loyalty, political philosophies, and conflicts within Parliament. A crucial decision looms for Fairfax amidst military unrest and political intrigue.
Apr 7, 2024 • 49min
401 The Mind of a Martyr
In June 1646 Charles' path had taken him to the Scots, on the hope he could persuade them to put him back on the English throne. But he was not prepared to pay their price, and in England Holles and the Presbyterian party saw a way to break the power of the New Model Amy and the Independents once and for all. And achieving the departure of the Scottish army was the key. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 31, 2024 • 41min
400 Many Thousand Citizens
The Levellers were not an organized, structured politial party or pressure group. They were a loose association of radicals who found they shared new ideas that sprang from their religious view, the chaos and freedoms of the time, and the possibility of change. In 1646 their first coherent petition hit the streets - The Remonstrance of Many Thousand Citizens Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
