At what point did the execution of the king become inevitable, during his trial in January 1649 or much earlier than that?
One of the most frequently debated questions of the British and Irish Civil Wars has been, “At what point did the execution of Charles I become inevitable?”. Some historians maintain that the King’s fate was only decided during the trial in Westminster H
The World Turned Upside Down - The British Civil Wars 1638-1651
September 26, 202530m 55s
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One of the most frequently debated questions of the British and Irish Civil Wars has been, “At what point did the execution of Charles I become inevitable?”. Some historians maintain that the King’s fate was only decided during the trial in Westminster Hall while others argue that his fate was sealed well before Charles was ... Read more