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The 17th century was marked by significant political upheaval and the emergence of modern statehood. Absolutism gained prominence, particularly in France under Louis XIV, where monarchs centralized power and often claimed divine right. Meanwhile, England experienced civil strife, leading to the English Civil War and the rise of parliamentary power, highlighting tensions between monarchy and emerging democratic ideals. Political philosophy flourished, with thinkers like Hobbes and Locke exploring concepts of social contract and governance, laying the groundwork for modern political thought.
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Who were mercenaries?
hired professional soldier who fights for any state or nation without regard to political interests or issues. From the earliest days of organized warfare until the development of political standing armies in the mid-17th century, governments frequently supplemented their military forces with mercenaries.
What political party read into the Constitution?
In 1789 there were no political parties. In fact Washington warned about the formation of parties and how they would put their interests before the common good of the people. Looks like he was right.
What are enumerated products?
Enumerated products are colonial products permitted to be exported to limited locations. For example, during the late 17th century and early 18th century, Britain allowed enumerated products to be shipped to places like the West Indies. This trade was usually banned by the Navigation Laws of 1650.
How did the monarch developed their power in the 17th century?
In the 17th century, monarchs developed their power through the consolidation of authority, often leveraging the concept of divine right to justify their rule. They centralized governance by reducing the influence of nobles and local governments, strengthening bureaucracies, and maintaining standing armies. Additionally, many monarchs expanded their influence through strategic marriages, territorial conquests, and colonial ventures, which increased their wealth and resources. This period also saw the emergence of absolute monarchy, where rulers like Louis XIV epitomized the idea of a sovereign wielding unchecked power.
What differing views did America have of slavery?
they really did not like it. Hope it helped!
What was the weather like back in the 17th century?
it was cold in the 17th centery
How do people chose political parties?
They Like their political views on things
Why did the sub-contenent attract European traders in the late 16th and early 17th century?
Lack of a unified political system, easy availability of cheap labour and vast areas full of untapped resources like gold, diamonds, cotton, spices and the like attracted European traders to the subcontinent in the late 16th and early 17th century.
How did Cromwell make them look like witches in the 17th century?
who look ?
Which theory would a 17th century king most likely like?
A 17th century European king would most likely support the divine right theory.
How would you categorize arthur millers political views?
i like chicken
How many years in 17th century?
100 years just like any other century It went from 1600 to 1700 and from there it was the 18th century
When did the 17th century end?
HMMMM I THINK NOT TOO LONG AGO
What were Philip ii of Spain political views?
phillip of spain political views were that he have a dick head like tyler kim and brando alvarenga and argenis sanchez..good luck
Withches and the Catholic church?
why did the pope in the 17th century and the catholic church not like withches
How do you name a castle in the 17th century?
you think of somthing that you like that sounds cool for that time period
What was the political mindset in Charles Town South Carolina circa 17th century?
Recruitment of immigrants for more desirable locations like the Germany and the Belgium in an attempt to increase white labor force for the mills and to sell farm land.
