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In most cases, through uncontested inheritance of the position (either from a parent or another relative upon their death or abdication). In some instances in history, the monarch gained his power through rebellions, wars or making a case of being a better claimant to the throne. Then, in the tradition of those he usurped, he would establish his own family dynasty of heirs to succeed to his position (research Henry IV, Edward IV and Henry VII of England).
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How do absolute monarchs differ from constitutional monarch in their ability to use power?
the power of absolute monarchs is unlimited
How did the absolute monarchs exercise their power?
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How absolute monarchs gain power 1500?
wit swag
Why were Kings and Queens of the absolute period known as absolute monarchs?
Because their power was absolute. They could over-rule Parliament and the church.
At one time did monarchs in England have absolute power?
England was an absolute monarchy until the end of the English Civil War. The English Civil War lasted from 1641-1651.
The Stuart kings claim to absolute power was challenged by?
Parliment!
An absolute monarch holds very little power?
Actually, quite the opposite. Absolute monarchs exercise supreme power; similar to a despot, or dictator; and are bound by no laws of a constitution, or parliament.
What were absolute monarchs called in Russia?
Absolute monarchs in Russia were know as the Tsar. pronounced zar, also written as tzar.
Why did Austria not like the french revolution?
a) it was opposed to the absolute power of monarchs, and the Emperor of Austria was an absolute monarch. b) The Emperor of Austria was Marie-Antoinette's brother
Where did monarchs get power?
Where did the Monarchs get there Power
Where did monarchs get their power?
Where did the Monarchs get there Power
Absolute monarchs combined religion and political what are the other two powers?
money (taxes) which buys power (army)
