Covenanting Army

The Covenanting Army refers to the military forces that supported the Covenanters, a Scottish religious and political movement in the 17th century. This group opposed the perceived imposition of Anglican practices by King Charles I and sought to uphold Presbyterianism. The Covenanters created a National Covenant in 1638, pledging to maintain their religious beliefs. Their army played a significant role in conflicts such as the Bishops' Wars and the English Civil War, fighting for their convictions against royal authority. The movement had lasting effects on Scotland's religious landscape and governance.