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Jun 15, 1215
The Magna Carta is Signed
Document that ensured basic rights to English Citizens. This was the first step in limiting the monarchy. -
Dec 14, 1241
Parliament Created
Parliament is created, being composed of the House of Lords and the House of Commons. While Parliament existed before this, it was merely a group of advisers to the king, but in 1241 it became the two houses of officials -
1440
Invention of the Printing Press
Johannes Gutenburg, a German inventor, creates the first printing press, which allows ideas and beliefs to be spread quickly and efficiently throughout Europe, such as Anti-Absolutism beliefs. Exact date unknown, but it was between 1440-1450. -
The Petition of Right
In an effort to give more rights and power to English citizens, Parliament wanted Charles I to forfeit some of his power, as well as agree not to attempt to create an absolute monarchy. -
English Civil War
The English Civil War between the Royalists and the Parliamentarians begins, which divides the country. The Parliamentarians eventually won in 1646, stopping King Charles from his chance at an Absolute Monarchy -
The Glorious Revolution
Parliamentarians overthrow King James II in 1688 due to his poor leadership, catholic religion, and his attempts to gain more power. -
William and Mary Agree to the English Bill of Rights
The English Bill of Rights was enacted by Parliament after William and Mary agreed to the terms in order to become King and Queen of England. The Bill of Rights fulfilled the requests made in the Petition of Right, which limited the power of the monarchy and gave more rights and power to the citizens.
