Episode 2 of 2

Petition for War and Reform

When
November 1621
Where
London
Part of
King James I disbands the English Parliament

In November 1621, Parliament framed a petition demanding war with Spain and a Protestant marriage for Prince Charles.

Roused by Edward Coke, members framed a petition in November 1621 asking for war with Spain, Prince Charles to marry a Protestant, and enforcement of anti-Catholic laws, challenging the King's policy.

Sources

  1. James VI and I Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-22

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