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Passage of the Grand Remonstrance
- When
- 22 November 1641
- Where
- Unspecified
The House of Commons passed the Grand Remonstrance on 22 November 1641 by a vote of 159 to 148.
Following a protracted debate, the House of Commons voted to pass the Grand Remonstrance. The document summarized 204 points of objection to Charles I's policies, including demands for the expulsion of bishops and a parliamentary veto over Crown appointments.
Sources
- Grand Remonstrance Wikipedia, revision of 2025-12-19
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