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The English Civil War lasted from 1642 to 1651: Royalists (Cavaliers) vs Parliamentarians (Roundheads)

From lesson

The Stuarts and the Civil War

From chapter

A Long and Illustrious History

Related questions (1)

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During which period was the English Civil War fought?

1605–1611

1642–1651

1660–1688

1688–1702

Explanation

The English Civil War was fought from 1642 to 1651. 1605–1611 covers the Gunpowder Plot to the King James Bible, 1660–1688 is from the Restoration to the Glorious Revolution, and 1688–1702 is William III's era.