The Parliamentarians

The Parliamentarians were members of the opposing side during the English Civil War (1642–1651), supporting the authority of Parliament against King Charles I. They advocated for a constitutional government, limiting royal power, and expanding parliamentary rights. Their coalition included Puritans, merchants, and other groups seeking greater political and religious freedoms. Ultimately, they defeated the Royalists, leading to the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of the Commonwealth under Oliver Cromwell. The Parliamentarians played a crucial role in shaping the future of parliamentary democracy in England.