War! Flashcards
How long did arguments rage?
Arguments raged for another year, but neither Parliament nor the king would give in.
What did Charles do to show his strength, and urged on by whom?
Urged on by his queen Henrietta Maria, Charles decided on 4th January 1642 to show his power by arresting, in person, the five most troublesome Members of Parliament, including John Pym, John Hampden, Denzil Holles, Arthur Halesrig, and William Strode.
Why was this event bad?
It was a catastrophic error of judgement. Charles marched into Parliament, sat in the Speakerโs chair, and called out their names. However, the MPs had been tipped off in advance, and escaped down the River Thames. Charles looked round Parliament in despair and observed, โI see all my birds have flown.โ
Why was the failed arrest of the five members a disaster for Charles?
The failed arrest of the five members was a disaster for Charles, making him seem both weak and tyrannical. Over the following days, the people of London became increasingly agitated, building barricades, collecting weapons, and attacking the houses of suspected Catholics.
What did Charles decide was no longer safe?
Charles decided it was no longer safe for his family to stay in London. On 10 January 1642, he fled for York. Parliament was effectively left in charge.
What did Parliament pass, when, and what did it state?
In March 1642, Parliament passed โMilitia Ordinanceโ stating that the army was under their control. War, it seemed, was inevitable
What did different parts of England start to declare?
Different parts of England started to declare for either the โRoyalistโ or the โParliamentarianโ side
What event showed Charles Iโs intention to fight Parliament?
Charles I raised the Kingโs standard on 22 August 1642 in Nottingham - showing his intention to fight Parliament. The English Civil War had begun.
Describe what happened in terms of violence during the ECV.
One in four English men fought at some point during the war. Around 11000 houses were burned or demolished, including historic stately homes such as Basing House and Corfe Castle. 150 towns saw serious damage and an estimated 5 per cent of Englandโs population died due to war or disease - a higher proportion than died during WW1.
