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James I believed strongly in divine right and ruled in a power-hungry type way, which was disliked by many British people.
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James I neglected the wishes of Puritans, which weakened the British citzens' faith in the divine right.
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Charles I was an even harsher ruler than James I. He taxed people unfairly.
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The English Civil War starts because of Charles I's attempt to arrest political opponents. The two sides were the Cavaliers (supporters of Charles I) and the Roundheads (supporters of Parliament).
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Charles I is executed, leving England a Puritan republic
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England was officially Puritan during these years. People were again dissatisfied with the ruler's imposed way of life and saw how things should be more open.
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Charles II's rule was a relief from the Puritan rule. He wanted to allow some religious freedom, but still excluded some groups from the government.
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James II ushered in the Glorious Revolution.
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The Glorious Revolution was the result of years of disregard for the will of the British citizens. It finally limited the power of the British monarchy.
