Revolution and War, 1689–1702 (AQA A-Level History): Flashcards

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Government under William and Mary
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William & Mary's co-monarchy dates

1689-1702

Triennial Act requirement

Parliament sit once every 3 yrs; elections every 3 yrs

War costs 1689-1697 (annual avg)

£5.5 million per annum

Public Accounts Act year

1690

Land Tax intro year & rate

1692; 4 shillings in pound (20%)

Bank of England established

1694

Civil List year & purpose

1698; separated monarch's personal expenses from govt costs

Army growth 1689-1697

10,000 to 76,000 troops

Battle of La Hogue 1692 result

Anglo-Dutch victory; ended invasion threat

Robert Walpole's role

England's first prime minister under George I

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