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Elizabeth ruled with a certain degree of absolutism and the support of her parliament; however, James was distrusted by Parliament due to his links with Catholicism, his foreign policy, and the fact that he was Scottish rather than British. Image Source:
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Charles I clashes with Parliament over funds to fight Spain with. He dissolves Parliament, rules as an absolutist tyrant for about ten years. Convokes Parliament again after about ten years. Popular unrest has risen to such a level that Parliament acts out clearly against him. Image Source:
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In an attempt to exert his power, Charles I raises and army and invades Parliament. His opponents escape and the English Civil War breaks out. The Parliamentary forces are led by Oliver Cromwell. (Pictured) Image source:
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Charles I, captured by Parliament and tried like a common criminal, is executed. Oliver Cromwell takes over as the Lord Protector of the Puritan Republic. His rule proves to be just as harsh and unpopular as Charles' was. Image Source:
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After the death of Oliver Cromwell, Charles I's son, Charles II, becomes King. His rule is characterized by distrust and tension between him and Parliament, but he isn't really hated. He uses the help of Loius XIV of France to have a semi-absolute rule. Image Source:
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James II comes to power; is disliked for being too French, too Catholic, and too absolute a ruler. Dissolves Parliament and rules as he pleases. Image Source:
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After the death of James II, Parliament proclaims Mary, the wife of William of Orange, as ruler of England. She and William rule jointly. Durong their rule, they introduce the Bill of Rights which limits the powers of monarchy forever. True absolutism is banned from England forever. Image Source:
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