Cavaliers

Cavaliers refer to supporters of King Charles I during the English Civil War in the 17th century. They were characterized by their loyalty to the monarchy, aristocratic background, and often enjoyed a lavish lifestyle. The Cavaliers opposed the Parliamentarians, who sought to limit the king's power. The conflict revolved around issues of governance and the authority of the monarchy versus parliamentary power. The term can also refer more broadly to the cultural and political attitudes of the royalists, emphasizing chivalry, honor, and social hierarchy during a tumultuous period in British history.