(11) Conflicts between Crown and Parliament Flashcards
What was the ‘incident’ of October 1641?
When Charles attended the Edinburgh Parliament the targets had escaped - Charles had planned to appoint moderate Covenanters like Leslie and Montrose but simultaneously plotted to remove radical Covenanters, Argyll and Hamilton
What did the ‘Incident’ prove?
That Charles could not be trusted and divided the Scottish nobility
Who became the centre of blame for thorough?
Strafford
What were the strengths of Strafford?
- he had great skill in managing government assemblies through threat and political skill
- he had the Irish Army at his disposal
When did the trial of Strafford begin?
March 1641
Why was the prosecution that Strafford had committed treason weak?
- he was able to defend himself effectively against individual charges as he followed the king’s command
- some charges were seriously flawed
- the quality of prosecution witnesses was poor
When did Strafford and Pym make their closing statements?
12 April
Why was the Bill of Attainder used?
To declare the Strafford was guilty without further trial
What was the Bill of Attainder passed?
204 against 59
When was Strafford executed?
12 May 1641
How many watched Strafford’s execution?
100,000
