jan 1, 1649 - Event: Charles I is beheaded This event was immensely important for the people of England. They had been living under Charles' rule for too long and they had begun to suspect him of high treason. The people of England held a trial for Charles I and found him guilty. He was executed on January 30th, 1649 for treason.
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jan 1, 1649
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~ 375 years ago
