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).
the power of absolute monarchs is unlimited
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Because their power was absolute. They could over-rule Parliament and the church.
England was an absolute monarchy until the end of the English Civil War. The English Civil War lasted from 1641-1651.
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Absolute monarchs in Russia were know as the Tsar. pronounced zar, also written as tzar.
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.
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
Absolute monarchs were not needed. It simply happened. When Charles I became an absolute monarch, he lost his head. When James II of England became an absolute monarch, he escaped England with his life. No one was willing to fight on his behalf. Kings simply try to gain more power for themselves just as presidents do.
money (taxes) which buys power (army)
Where did the Monarchs get there Power