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Conflict between the supporters of parliament and the monarchy
In the 17th century the king of England wanted to govern without the parliament -
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Time line History - unit 1 Ancien Régime 18th Century
This time line contains all the events that occurred during the 18th century -
Republic
King Charles I was executed and a republic was proclaimed under the leadership of Oliver Cromwell -
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Increase of population
In the 18th century, the population increased considerably between 1650 and 1800. Europe went from 100 to 200 million of people -
Monarchy is restored
The monarchy was restored and the king accept the control of the parliament -
Bill of rights
The absolutist policy of the New monarch caused another revolution and the parliament offered the crown to another king who accepted the bill of rights -
Triangular trade, 18th century
Maritime trade experienced a great expansion in the 18th century, especially the triangular colonial trade between Europe, Africa and America -
The beginning of the end of absolutism
In the 18th century, great Britain, after a revolution, reinforced the role of parliament, while the United States, after the war of independence against Great Britain, was organized a constitution based on the rights of citizens. This will inspire the Revolutions that ended absolutism in Europe -
Voltaire, Philosophical letters
Voltaire writes his views on the roles of the nobility and the bourgeoisie in society -
Boston tea party
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United States declaration of independence
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Britain recognize the colonies independence
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George Washington becomes the first president of the United States