The Cavaliers had now to encounter natural courage equal to their own, enthusiasm stronger than their own, and discipline such as was utterly wanting
The English Civil War
This series has nine easy 5 minute installments. This first installment: The King’s Initial Success.IntroductionIn the mid 1600’s civil wars
Death of King John
Today's installment concludes The Magna Carta Signed,our selection from History of England From the Invasion of Julius Caesar to the Revolution in
King John Counter-Attacks the Supporters of the Magna Charta
The King, marching through the whole extent of England, from Dover to Berwick, laid the provinces waste on each side of him.Continuing The Magna
Enforcing the Magna Charta
John seemed to submit passively to all these regulations, however injurious to majesty.Continuing The Magna Carta Signed,our selection from
Principal Clauses of the Magna Charta
Clauses which the barons for their own sake and for the benefit of the whole community.Continuing The Magna Carta Signed,our selection from
King John Signs Magna Charta
After a debate of a few days, the King, with a facility somewhat suspicious, signed and sealed the charter.Continuing The Magna Carta Signed,our
The Magna Charta Signed
This series has six easy 5 minute installments. This first installment: Nobility Forms League Against King John.IntroductionWhile the Great
Battle of Blaauwberg
Today's installment concludes Great Britain Acquires Cape Colony,our selection from A history of South Africa, from the first settlement by the