The Glorious Revolution (1 янв 1688 г. – 1 янв 1689 г.)
Описание:
Bloodless Revolution in England
- parliament invites Mary and William of Orange of the Dutch Republic to become monarchs at the expense of James II -> must agree to constitutional monarchy (adhere to a constitution)
- forced to sign a Bill of Rights -> limit their power; increase that of parliament
- Consequences:
- end of divine right justification
- situation of deadlock between king and parliament
- laid basis for creation of parliament
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Дата:
1 янв 1688 г.
1 янв 1689 г.
~ 12 months