Chapter 14 Flashcards
From republic to restored and limited monarchy 1649-78
When did the rump vote to abolish monarchy and monarchial government
February 1649
what was the engagement act
An act where all adult males had to declare loyalty to the common wealth
When was the engagement act
2 January 1650
Who was Argyll
The leader of the Scottish Covenanters
What did Argyll do
He succeeded in persuading the Covent in return for military aid to invade England
What happened to Cromwells original invasion force in Dunbar
By September 1650 they had reduced from 16,3000 to 11,000
What happened at Dunbar on September 3rd 1650
3,000 Scots were killed and 10,000 captured
Why did the NMA win
- Religious motivation gave them confidence
- English sea power meant Cromwell could be resupplied throughout
- England stronger economy meant they were better funded.
What happened at Inverkeithing
Lambert killed 2000 Scots and took 1400 prisoners
Why did Cromwell land in Ireland
To impose protestant control, punish catholics for the 1641 rebellion and exploit them financially
Where was the main sieges in Ireland
Drogheda and Wexford
