1. The English Civil War

2. Agenda 1.Bell Ringer: What is an effect of Absolutist power over the people? 2.Brief Lecture: English Civil War 3.Absolutism Review 4.English Bill of Rights, 1689 5.Impact on Absolutism discussion Objectives: Students will analyze the impact of the English Bill of Rights on Absolutist Governments. Students will identify specific characteristics of Absolutist Rulers and their respective Empires. HW: Read Chapter 14 for Reading Quiz on Thursday.

3. The Stuarts James I of the Stuart Family takes over rule in England (already king in Scotland) He was not popular, and Parliament refused his demands. Charles I was no better. He ended up taking loans and bypassing Parliament.

4. War? Charles I summons Parliament in 1640. They attempt to charge him with illegal actions, 1642 he tries to arrest Parliament. Parliament raises army, and prepares for war.

5. The Sides! Charles I – Supported by nobles – Anglican church, and Roman Catholics Parliament – Bourgeois – Gentry – Puritan Dissenters Privileged vs. a broadened aristocracy

6. Cromwell becomes Leader? He decided the Charles must be executed on the grounds that he was untrustworthy and attracted “ungodly” persons. Parliament says no, so Cromwell drove out the dissenters. Executed Charles I in 1649 Proclaimed England a Republic. – maintain orderly government through strong personal rule (and a lot of military).

7. Restoring the Monarchy Cromwell dies in 1658 Parliament is freely elected for the first time in 20 years. Charles II becomes King, and regicide dies out. Constitutional Government between Parliament, crown, and the people.

8. James II “leaves” Younger brother of Charles II. He claimed he was above the law, and attempted to take power from Parliament. He takes power, and attempts to force the Catholic Church back into England. Parliament makes a deal with William, and he sails in to remove James. James “abdicates”, (received an offer he couldn’t refuse)

9. Glorious Revolution William and Mary take the throne, and the coup was bloodless. 1689, Parliament passes Bill of Rights, declaring parliamentary supremacy over the crown. King could suspend laws, levy taxes, and raise armies with the consent of Parliament.