Was the Execution of Charles I an English Revolution? (AQA A-Level History): Flashcards
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Date of Charles I's execution
Date of Charles I's execution
30 January 1649
Traditional meaning of treason (pre-1649)
Traditional meaning of treason (pre-1649)
Action against the King (who embodied the State)
Milton's argument in Tenure of Kings & Magistrates
Milton's argument in Tenure of Kings & Magistrates
Power from people via social contract; can remove abusive kings
Divine right monarchy definition
Divine right monarchy definition
Monarchical authority derived directly from God
Popular sovereignty core principle
Popular sovereignty core principle
Political authority rests with people, not monarchs
How 1649 trial differed from medieval depositions
How 1649 trial differed from medieval depositions
Public & open vs. quiet abdication & private murder
Who executed Charles I
Who executed Charles I
Armed minority acting against majority wishes
Why Charles I couldn't be trusted
Why Charles I couldn't be trusted
Repeatedly betrayed those he negotiated with
Event convincing army Charles must face justice
Event convincing army Charles must face justice
Second Civil War in 1648
Pride's Purge (December 1648)
Pride's Purge (December 1648)
Army removed MPs likely to seek compromise with Charles