1. The Glorious Revolution
England becomes a true Limited Monarchy

2. Oliver Cromwell Puritan who rules England 1649-1658
Attempted to impose “Puritan” morals
Grew increasingly unhappy with Parliament
Eventually ruled as military dictator
He was replaced by Charles II after his death in 1658
What is
ironic about
his rule?

3. The Road of Enlightened Ideas
Charles II rules after Cromwell’s death in 1658
His rule is known as the Restoration
Habeas Corpus is passed

4. Habeas Corpus 1679
Prisoner had the right to be reviewed before a Judge
Judges decide whether a prisoner should stand trial
The King could not just put someone in jail

5. Glorious Revolution (1688)
James II replaces Charles II
William & Mary
“overthrow”
James II
Considered a “bloodless” revolution
Importance: England adopts: Bill of Rights &
Constitutional Monarchy

6. Bill of Rights 1689 No suspending of Parliaments laws
No levying of taxes without Parliament approval
No interfering with freedom of speech
No penalty for protesting a king about grievances

7. Constitutional Monarchy (1689)
England becomes a
Constitutional Monarchy (1689)
After no monarch could rule without parliament consent
Foundation for the current Government of England!
Cabinet developed—leader of cabinet became known as Prime Minister