448 Not So Merrie

The History of England by David Crowther

May 31, 202648:23Society & Culture

After dismissing parliament of Oxford in 1681, Charles pursued alliance with the Tories and emasculation of the Whigs and Dissenters at all political levels. He pursued a strategy with determination and consistency he ha...

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