The English Civil War: what can pamphlets tell us about 17th century politics?
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Why this why now
This unit uses and builds on pupils’ knowledge of Tudor England that they developed in two units about the reign of Elizabeth I. This unit prepares pupils for the one that follows it, where their knowledge of the English Civil War, interregnum and restoration all provide a comprehensive schema for learning about the events of the Glorious Revolution.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils know that England had always been ruled over by monarchs since the Anglo-Saxons.
- Pupils know that the king had lots of power.
- Pupils know that kings were bound to work with Parliament.
- Pupils know that the power of kings could be challenged.
Threads
Why this why now
This unit uses and builds on pupils’ knowledge of Tudor England that they developed in two units about the reign of Elizabeth I. This unit prepares pupils for the one that follows it, where their knowledge of the English Civil War, interregnum and restoration all provide a comprehensive schema for learning about the events of the Glorious Revolution.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils know that England had always been ruled over by monarchs since the Anglo-Saxons.
- Pupils know that the king had lots of power.
- Pupils know that kings were bound to work with Parliament.
- Pupils know that the power of kings could be challenged.
The English Civil War: what can pamphlets tell us about 17th century politics?
In this unit, pupils briefly learn about the causes and conduct of the English Civil War. They then learn about Oliver Cromwell's rule and the restoration of the monarchy. Pupils finish the unit by examining how these events were represented in popular political pamphlets of the day.
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