English Revolution Key Events

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What was the impact of the Gunpowder Plot of 1605 on Catholics?
- Increased recusancy fines - Catholics removed from government posts - Catholics had to re affirm a new Oath of Allegiance in 1606 - Greater public fear of Catholicism
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How did James I maintain religious stability?
- He appointed both Puritans (Abbot) and anti-Puritans (Bancroft) to key posts - He introduced reforms to Scotland more slowly
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Why did James I have financial issues?
- Elizabeth died with significant debts - He had a large household - He was at war with both Spain and France - He had to display generous patronage - Scotland was poor -
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How did he intend to solve these issues?
- With the Great Contract, however this failed due to parliament fears of James abondoning them
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How did James I deal with foreign nations?
1604 - Treaty of London ended war with Spain 1609 - Alliance with France 1612 - Alliance with German Protestant Union - 1613-18, 1622-23 - Persuit of Spanish princess for Charles
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How did the Thirty Years War (1618-48) impact England?
- Led to speeches from parliament calling for involvement - People began to worry he was being too relaxed with the catholics
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