English Civil War

Take a deep dive into the English, also known as the British, Civil War of the 1600s, and discover how and why the Royalists and the Parliamentarians came face to face, through our series of introductory lessons aimed at younger students.

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Charles vs Oliver - Introduction to the English Civil War: Part One

An introduction to our two main characters - Charles I and Oliver Cromwell. Who were they, and what did they want?

So when did it all happen? - Introduction to the English Civil War: Part Two

Now we know why the war broke out, but when did it all actually happen? Take a deep dive into the timeline of the civil war, from 1642 to 1660.