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Has Arundel Castle ever been damaged?

Yes: During the period 1642 to 1645 in the English Civil War it was twice besieged, once by the Royalists & then by Parliamentary forces.


What was Thomas prides role in the battle of Preston?

Thomas Pride played a significant role in the Battle of Preston in 1648 as a commander of the Parliamentary forces. He led his troops against the Royalist army, contributing to the eventual defeat of King Charles I's supporters. Pride's leadership was instrumental in securing a decisive victory for the Parliamentarians, which further solidified their control during the English Civil War. His actions at Preston also reflected his commitment to the Parliamentary cause.


Who won the Second battle of Newbury in the English Civil War?

The Second Battle of Newbury, which occurred during the English Civil War, was fought between the Parliamentarians and the Royalists. The result of the battle was indecisive.


Who was Oliver Cromwell and what title did he eventually hold during the English revolution?

Oliver Cromwell was the leader of the forces opposing King Charles. Those forces were referred to colloquially as the Roundheads. His title after the king was deposed was Lord Protector. Oliver Cromwell was an MP for Huntingdon in the 1600's and was a puritan, believing that the Roman Catholic church itself was a vehicle for evil. Oliver Cromwell led the parliamentary forces against King Charles in the English Civil war and Oliver Cromwell ruled England as 'Lord Protector' (dictator) after the trial and execution of the King.


In what country or state was the Civil War?

The English Civil War was fought in England (1642-1651) between the King's forces (Cavaliers) and the Parliamentary forces (Cromwell's Roundheads). The Spanish civil war took place in Spain in 1936 between the Republicans and Franco's Nationalists. There was also a civil war in America (1861-1865), fought largely in Virginia, Tenessee and Georgia between the seccessionist Southern states and the Northern States. There have been other civil wars in many other countries, including Russia, China, Sudan, Burma

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Who led the parliamentary forces against the English king in the civil war?

Oliver Cromwell


What does parliamentary forces mean?

Parliamentary forces refer to military or armed groups that support a parliamentary government or a legislative assembly, often in the context of a conflict or civil war. These forces typically aim to uphold democratic governance and may oppose authoritarian regimes or insurgent groups. The term is commonly associated with historical contexts, such as the English Civil War, where Parliament's army fought against royalist forces.


Who led the parliamentary force against the English king in the English civil war?

Oliver Cromwell


In the English Civil War who fought for who?

Royalist forces fought against the forces of parliament (AKA Roundheads).


Who fought for who in the English civil war?

Royalist forces fought against the forces of parliament (AKA Roundheads).


What was the other name for the royalists in the civil war?

In the English Civil War of the 1600s the Royalists were also called Cavaliers, and the Parliamentary (and Puritanical) forces were called Roundheads.  There were no Royalists in the US Civil War.


How do you spell cormwell?

The likely word is the transposed surname "Cromwell."Notably Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658) the leader of the parliamentary forces in the English civil war.


Has Arundel Castle ever been damaged?

Yes: During the period 1642 to 1645 in the English Civil War it was twice besieged, once by the Royalists & then by Parliamentary forces.


How was Oliver Cromwell linked with CharlesI?

Cromwell led the Parliamentary Army against Charles in the English Civil War. He was then instrumental in the prosecution of Charles which led to the execution of the King. Cromwell then served as Head of State and Government.


What was the nickname given to the kings supporters in the English Civil War?

The New Model Army. Heavy cavalry were called Ironsides, and in general Parliamentary forces were called Roundheads.


What are the battles and victors of the Civil War?

The victor in the US Civil War was the Union (i.e. the North). There were too many battles to list them individually here. See the Wikipedia article listing them by following the appropriate "Related Llink" below. The victor in the English Civil War were the Parliamentary forces. For the Battles fought in the English Civil war, see the Wikipedia article, "English Civil War timeline" at the appropriate "Related Llink" below. There have been many other civil wars in other countries. It is best if the country is specified when asking about a "civil war."


Who won the Second battle of Newbury in the English Civil War?

The Second Battle of Newbury, which occurred during the English Civil War, was fought between the Parliamentarians and the Royalists. The result of the battle was indecisive.