Your Majesty is exposed to Hazard and Danger | The Petition of Twelve Peers 1640 | English Civil War

In 1640 Charles I's personal rule, a period in which he attempted to rule without Parliament, came to an end. In this petition, twelve peers set out the case for calling Parliament. They set out the grievances of the kingdom, present the risks of inaction, and provide a remedy - the calling of Parliament - all while striving to emphasise their loyalty to the king and concern for his wellbeing. Charles acquiesced.
Little did Charles know that this Parliament would end up being one of the most tumultuous and long-sitting in English and British history, precipitating the outbreak of Civil War and, ultimately, his trial and execution.
Performed by Gregory Cox.
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