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War Begins! Flashcards

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When did the war begin

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On the 22nd of August 1642 King Charles declared war on his enemies in parliament

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Supporters of the cavaliers (royalists)

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The Church of England (established church)
Many Roman Catholics
Many supporters from nobility
Areas of support included North and West England,Wales,some country areas and many people in Ireland

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Key people in the Cavaliers

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Charles I- King of England
Prince Rupert-a relative of the king and leader of the Calvary

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Supporters of the Roundheads(parliamentarians)

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Puritans and Scottish Presbyterians
Merchants
Many members of parliament
Areas of support included south and east England, London and other larger towns and ports

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Key people in the Roundheads

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Thomas Fairfax-commander of parliament’s army
Oliver Cromwell- an MP and devoted puritan

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