Charles I: Downfall of a King (2019): S01E02- A Nation Divided

Introduction Historian Lisa Hilton discovers how, in just fifty tempestuous days, Charles I’s rule collapsed, laying the foundations for civil war, the loss of royal power and, ultimately, the king’s head. Outline The political duel between Charles I and his politician nemesis John Pym turns revolutionary with mobs intimidating Royalists and the King facing attack…

Andrew Marshall

13/12/2021

1–2 minutes

Civil War, English Civil War, History, Military Documentary

Introduction

Historian Lisa Hilton discovers how, in just fifty tempestuous days, Charles I’s rule collapsed, laying the foundations for civil war, the loss of royal power and, ultimately, the king’s head.

Outline

The political duel between Charles I and his politician nemesis John Pym turns revolutionary with mobs intimidating Royalists and the King facing attack on many fronts.

Charles I: Downfall of a King Series

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Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 10 July 2019.
Rating: 13+.
Running Time: 59 minutes.
Country: UK.
Language: English.