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The First Civil War: the strengths and weaknesses of the political and military leadership of the Parliamentary forces; emergence of the New Model Army; the Solemn League and Covenant; Self Denying Ordinance.
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War and radicalism, 1642–1646 (A-level only)
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War and radicalism, 1642–1646 (A-level only)
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The First Civil War: the strengths and weaknesses of the political and military leadership of the Parliamentary forces; emergence of the New Model Army; the Solemn League and Covenant; Self Denying Ordinance
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Which of the following was a key factor in the success of the Parliamentary forces during the First Civil War?
Direct answer
The emergence of the New Model Army was crucial for the success of the Parliamentary forces.
Key terms
- New Model Army: A disciplined and effective army formed by the Parliament in 1645, which played a key role in the English Civil War.
- Solemn League and Covenant: An agreement between the English Parliament and the Scottish Covenanters in 1643 to support each other against King Charles I.
Common trap
Confusing the roles of leadership: Clarify the distinction between military leaders like Cromwell and political leaders in Parliament, and how their roles impacted the war.
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