Failure Of The Rump Flashcards
(29 cards)
What was the fundamental issue facing the Rump after 1649
The fundamental issue was the stability and legitimacy of the new government, which was already clear that it was a work of a minority, and lacked wider support for establishing an effective government across the country
How did the government attempt to gain support after 1649
By establishing a local government and encouraging co-operation across the country, and by demonstrating a willingness to reform the existing system to gain acceptance
What was the main task of the Rump
To restore stability by addressing fears of property loss and confidence among the people
What was the role of the army during the first two years of the regime
The army fulfilled a key role in suppressing threats from the Levellers and other radicals
How was the threat from the Levellers suppressed
Through military action, including shooting several leaders during the Burford meeting
When was the Burford meeting
May 1649
How did the Council of State attempt to reform the government
Reformation of the law
Greater measure for social justice
What were the two factors that prevented the Rump from providing stability
Attempts to provide reforms in complex areas where law could not be agreed
Necessity of maintaining a large army
When was the Hale Commission set up
1651
What was the function of the Hale Commission
investigate reform of the legal system
How often did the Hale Commission meet
Regularly for a year
How many acts were passed in the Rump in 1649
125
How many acts were passed in the Rump in 1652
51
What did The Rump do in order for income in 1649
Sale of the Crown Lands
How much was the shortfall of revenue due to wars with Ireland, Scotland and Holland
£700,000
When did Cromwell land in Ireland
August 1649
What was Cromwell’s main objective when landing in Ireland
Suppressing religious sympathisers
What was Cromwell’s expectation of success in Ireland
Swift success due to clean sweeps in Drogheda and Wexford
Why was the Drogheda and Wexford campaigns controversial
It was brutal; after storming Drogheda and Wexford, Cromwell slaughtered thousands of defenders, civilians, and surrendered prisoners
Where did Cromwell go in 1650
England in order to conquer Scotland
Who did Cromwell leave to conquer Ireland
Ireton
Why has the Scots cut ties with the English
Due to the death of Charles I
How did the Scottish Parliament respond after Cromwell’s campaign in Ireland
They cut ties with the English after Charles I was killed, and made peace with the Covenanters, who then assembled an army to invade England
How did the conflict with Scotland unfold after Charles II’s declaration
The Scots, allied with the Covenanters, invaded England but were ultimately defeated, and Cromwell’s forces took decisive action to repel the invasion
