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English King Charles I ratifies the Petition of Right

The Petition of Right, passed on 7 June 1628, is an English constitutional document setting out specific individual protections against the state, reportedly of equal value to Magna Carta and the…

The Petition of Right, passed on 7 June 1628, is an English constitutional document setting out specific individual protections against the state, reportedly of equal value to Magna Carta and the Bill of Rights 1689. It was part of a wider conflict between Parliament and the Stuart monarchy that led to the 1639 to 1653 Wars of the Three Kingdoms, ultimately resolved in the 1688–89 Glorious Revolution.

Following a series of disputes with Parliament over granting taxes, in 1627 Charles I imposed "forced loans", and imprisoned those who refused to pay, without trial.

Historical Significance

The Petition of Right, passed on 7 June 1628, is an English constitutional document setting out specific individual protections against the state, reportedly of equal value to Magna Carta and the Bill of Rights 1689.

Key People

Charles I

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Events Before

  1. Spanish government goes bankrupt

    Spanish government goes bankrupt

  2. Gunpowder is used in a mining operation instead of mechanical tools in present-day Slovakia, reportedly the first time e

    Gunpowder is used in a mining operation instead of mechanical tools in present-day Slovakia, reportedly the first time explosives had been used in mining

  3. France and Spain sign an accord to fight Protestantism

    France and Spain sign an accord to fight Protestantism

  4. Ottoman pirates begin raids on Icelandic villages, will eventually capture over 400 people to sell into slavery

    Ottoman pirates begin raids on Icelandic villages, will eventually capture over 400 people to sell into slavery

  5. Cardinal Richelieu begins the siege of La Rochelle

    Cardinal Richelieu begins the siege of La Rochelle

Events After

  1. First game law is passed in the American colonies by Virginia

    First game law is passed in the American colonies by Virginia

  2. England and France sign Peace of Susa

    England and France sign Peace of Susa

  3. French huguenot leader Duke De Rohan signs accord with Spain

    French huguenot leader Duke De Rohan signs accord with Spain

  4. Dutch East India ship Batavia wrecks on Morning Reef off the Houtman Abrolhos, Western Australia, with 200 survivors (on

    Dutch East India ship Batavia wrecks on Morning Reef off the Houtman Abrolhos, Western Australia, with 200 survivors (only 70 survive after three months due to mutiny and murders) [1]

  5. Peace of Alès: Rights of French huguenots limited

    Peace of Alès: Rights of French huguenots limited

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First American Indian (Powhatan) massacre of Europeans around Jamestown, Virginia, 347 killed

First American Indian (Powhatan) massacre of Europeans around Jamestown, Virginia, 347 killed

Charles I, King of England, Scotland and Ireland ascends the English throne

Charles I, King of England, Scotland and Ireland ascends the English throne

Viceroy Frederick Henry marries Amalia countess von Solms-Braunfels

Viceroy Frederick Henry marries Amalia countess von Solms-Braunfels

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened on June 7, 1628?
The Petition of Right, passed on 7 June 1628, is an English constitutional document setting out specific individual protections against the state, reportedly of equal value to Magna Carta and the Bill of Rights 1689. It was part of a wider conflict between Parliament and the Stuart monarchy that led to the 1639 to 1653 Wars of the Three Kingdoms, ultimately resolved in the 1688–89 Glorious Revolution. Following a series of disputes with Parliament over granting taxes, in 1627 Charles I imposed "forced loans", and imprisoned those who refused to pay, without trial.
Why is English King Charles I ratifies the Petition of Right significant?
The Petition of Right, passed on 7 June 1628, is an English constitutional document setting out specific individual protections against the state, reportedly of equal value to Magna Carta and the Bill of Rights 1689.
Who was involved in English King Charles I ratifies the Petition of Right?
Key figures include Charles I.

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