The Glorious Revolution Flashcards
Who did James II face a rebellion from?
Duke of monmouth, Charles illegitimate son
What signs of changing England to Catholicism did James II show?
Forbade anti-catholic sermons
Replaced protestant officials with catholics
Published a document
In 1688 he had a catholic son
What laws did James II have in mind of changing?
Test and corporations act (banned catholics from entering the army )
Habeas Corpus
Who did they ‘invite’ to invade England?
William Duke of Orange, husband to James II daughter
When did william land?
1688 [Ate Orange ]
What happened to Scotland with constitution?
Became dm more independent
What happened to Ireland after William duke of Orange arrived?
Came under protestant control. James II landed in ireland with forces from the French King, but was stopped after a bloody battle. Treaty of Limerick was agreed
True or false catholics were barred from the English throne?
True
In what ways we’re William of Oranges powers limited?
He had to work with parliament
Could not suspend laws or have a large army
4 years to collect tax and then he had to work with parliament
What did the 1689 tolleration act bring?
Protestants could belong to churches other then church of England
What was it agreed James II had done?
Abdicated
How long did Britain’s war with France continue under William?
25 years
Why was the bank of England established?
To provide money for war. Investors loaned the country money in return for interest or other benefits
How important was government during reign of Queen Anne?
Very, she was pregnant and so needed help
What happened when Mary and William died?
Anne the younger sister inherited, she had 10 children who all died. The Hanoverians (German family took over)
