Outcome of the Civil War
History: KS3, topic 10.3.4
Outcome of the Civil War
After Charles I surrendered, he faced trial for treason. He was executed in 1649.
Surrender
- Charles I surrendered in 1646.
Heads of the Proposals
- The army created the Heads of the Proposals in 1647.
- This was a list of demands for creating a settlement with Charles I.
The Second Civil War
- In 1648 Charles I launched a second civil war, with the help of the Scots.
- Cromwell defeated Charles I again at the Battle of Preston.
Trial and execution
- Charles I was put on trial.
- Charles I was found guilty of treason.
- On 30 January 1649, Charles I was executed.
Test yourself on Outcome of the Civil War
When did Charles I surrender?