1642–1651
The English Civil Wars were part of the wider Wars of the Three Kingdoms, a connected series of conflicts in England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland over monarchy, parliament, religion, and sovereignty. In England they culminated in the trial and execution of Charles I, republican government, and the Protectorate; the monarchy was restored under Charles II in 1660.
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The English Civil Wars were part of the wider Wars of the Three Kingdoms, a connected series of conflicts in England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland over monarchy, parliament, religion, and sovereignty. In England they culminated in the trial and execution of Charles I, republican government, and the Protectorate; the monarchy was restored under Charles II in 1660.
English Civil War was fought from 1642 to 1651.
English Civil War was fought between Roundheads (Parliament) and Cavaliers (Royalists).
An estimated 185,000 people died in English Civil War, including roughly 85,000 military and 100,000 civilian deaths. Figures are scholarly estimates and vary by source.
Major engagements included Battle of Lostwithiel, Battle of Naseby, Battle of Marston Moor, and Battle of Preston.