Civil War Flashcards
1
Q
Who supported the monarchy?
A
The cavaliers or monarchists
2
Q
Who supported parliament
A
The Roundheads or Parliamentarians
3
Q
Who led the cavaliers?
A
Charles I
4
Q
Who led the parliamentarians?
A
Oliver Cromwell
5
Q
Why is Cromwell despised in Ireland?
A
He brutally invaded and conquered Ireland in unethical ways such as using children as shields from musket fire.
6
Q
What is one of the most best known things Cromwell banned?
A
He banned the CELEBRATION of Christmas, not the event.
7
Q
Was Charles’ trial fair?
A
No, the majority of the jury were Protestants meaning they were bias towards Cromwell and the prosecutors
