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The end of the First Civil War: divisions amongst the Parliamentary leaders; attempts at settlement; the capture of Charles I.

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War and radicalism, 1642–1646 (A-level only)

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War and radicalism, 1642–1646 (A-level only)

Aqa A Level History2E The English Revolution, 1625–1660

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The end of the First Civil War: divisions amongst the Parliamentary leaders; attempts at settlement; the capture of Charles I

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What was one of the main reasons for the divisions among Parliamentary leaders during the First Civil War?

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The divisions among Parliamentary leaders were primarily due to disagreements over military strategy, particularly regarding how to engage with the Royalists and the best approach to achieve victory.

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Radicalism: A political ideology advocating for significant change in society, often associated with the Levellers during the English Civil War.
Covenanters: Scottish Presbyterians who signed the Solemn League and Covenant, supporting Parliament against Charles I.

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Confusing the roles of different factions: Clarify that Independents sought greater religious freedom, while Presbyterians aimed for a unified church structure.

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