Struggling to keep up with Charles I, Cromwell and Charles II's antics? Well no need to worry any more as you're in the right place! Here you will find useful notes and simple information to help you succeed in your A2 History (course 3D British Monarchy: The Crisis of State) exam in May!
My name is Caitlin Hughes, I received A* at History A-level and currently on a gap year.
July 1646 - Newcastle Propositions: Parliament (Presbyterians) proposed that the armed forces should be controlled by Parliament for 20 years and that only Parliament could disband itself
May 1647 - Solemn Engagement: Army would not disband until they were paid
June 1647 - Declaration of the Army: said "we are not mercenaries" and demanded that anti-army MPs should leave. 11 MPs left as a result.
Summer 1647 - Heads of Proposals: army offered Charles a settlement where the Church would become independent of the State
August 1647 - Putney Debates: the Army debated what their political stance should be amongst themselves
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