William III and Mary Flashcards
The Bill of Rights
Passed in 1689, based on John Loche’s philosophy,
- Muse be Anglican; not Catholics
- Share power with parliament
- Not absolute
Toleration Act of 1689
Gives toleration to ALL protestants (non- anglican)
- if they believe in the trinity
William III and Mary
Mary being the rightful queen, daughter of King James II, she married William III. Joint in sovereignty. He needed England’s military to fight King Louis XIV
Battle of Boyne - 1690
William III v. James II
The throne of England would be at risk of if James got a hold over Ireland. William went to Ireland to take control. In July, he and James II fought and William won, resulting in James fleeing France
Treaty of Limerick- 1691
The Treaty of Limerick ended the Williamite War in Ireland between the Jacobites and the supporters of William of Orange and concluded the Siege of Limerick. The treaty really consisted of two treaties, both of which were signed on 3 October 1691.
Outlined the treatment of catholics (no participation in government) and no trade with England
Bank of England
First national bank of Europe established under his reign
In those days, people deposited their funds witht he London goldsmiths, who has a strong vault and high reputation of honesty. London needed a safer way though and also an easily accessible way to deposit and retrieve money for business that was developing in England. Also as the war continues, more money would be needed . William Patterson introduced an idea that would serve the needs and add advantages. His plan constructed the Back of England in 1694.