Historical Events tagged with "charlesI"
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Charles I Ends Parliament's Role in Governance
King Charles I of England dissolved Parliament due to conflicts with the members concerning his rule. This act marked the beginning of an eleven-year period known as the Personal Rule, during which the King ruled without Parliament, advocating for his beliefs against the growing power of parliamentary governance. His belief in the divine right of kings led him to implement direct rule, relying on various forms of taxation and enforcing his policies without legislative approval. This period significantly shaped the political landscape of England.
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