The actions of Charles and the Declaration of Breda Flashcards
1
Q
Who was Charles’ main advisor?
A
Edward Hyde
2
Q
Where did Charles move his residence to and from?
A
United Providences from Spanish Netherlands
3
Q
When did Charles issue the ‘Declaration of Breda’?
A
4th April 1660
4
Q
Why was the ‘Declaration of Breda’ issued?
A
Statement for restoration
5
Q
What were the terms of the ‘Declaration of Breda’?
A
- No punishment for those who fought against the king
- ‘liberty for tender consciences’
- difficulties over land sale would be sorted by parliament
- Arrears of pay due to army would be sorted
6
Q
Why was the land sale a problem?
A
Land confiscated from royalists or sold to pay taxes to Cromwell was done legally
7
Q
What did Presbytarians want?
A
Precise information on the terms and bills passed to confirm all land sales
