The Stuart Restoration (1660) Flashcards
(13 cards)
What did troops led by General Monck do in January 1660?
They entered London to restore order after an attempt by the army to remove the Rump
What happened in February 1660 following Monck’s entry into London
The members of the Long Parliament were permitted to return and reassemble so it could dissolve itslef
What was the significance of April 1660 for the Long Parliament?
An entirely new elected assembly, called the Convention Parliament, was convened
Why was it called the Convention Parliament
Had not been summoned by a king
When did the Convention Parliament meet
April 1660
What was the Convention Parliaments main achievement
Presenting a copy of the Declaration of Breda issued by Charles II
What were the terms of the Declaration Of Breda
Co-operation and harmony with the political nation
Amnesty for action within the Interregnum
What did the parliament vote on 5 May regarding the government
That the government should now consist of the king, Lords, and Commons
What significant event occurred on 25 May in relation to Charles II
Charles II landed at Dover to an ecstatic welcome
What had the Declaration of Breda promised during the negotiations
That parliament required no preconditions for the king’s return, and it promised a peaceful transition
What was the key claim of the Declaration of Breda regarding the monarchy
That the king’s return was to be unconditional and based on his own promises
How did Charles II view his position in relation to his father’s death
He believed he should be monarch by the will of God, not by parliament
What was the significance of Charles II’s words about his accession
He regarded himself as king by divine right, not by parliamentary approval
