Oliver Cromwell, and the new model Army Flashcards
The creation of the new model Army created the first professionally paid army in England, however, there were disputes over pay. What was held to resolve these issues?
Putney debates
During the Putney debates new ideas were discussed and explored, who is the main group to influence the debate
The Levellers
Who stated that no one should be above justice?
John Lilburne
What was another group created as a result of the debates?
The diggers
Who was concerned that the debates were running out of control and imposed that only landowners could vote at the Putney debates?
Oliver Cromwell
What religious denomination was Oliver Cromwell?
Puritan
After the execution of Charles I, which two places did Cromwell subdue with his army?
Ireland and Scotland
What was the name of the parliament Cromwell used to replace rump Parliament?
Parliament of Saints
What role did Cromwell take after becoming frustrated with parliaments lack of progress?
Lord Protector
What made Cromwell unpopular during his role as Lord Protector?
He raised taxes without consent and imprisoned people that trial
