Why Is King Charles I Harmful To My Country

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In 1600-1649 England's trade and commerce grew seemingly fast as well as the population. Charles brother Henry, was king up until his death from typhoid when Charles was heir to the throne of the following Kingdoms: England, Scotland, and Ireland. King Charles I, the absolute monarch of england was detrimental for his country because he was unable to obtain his money properly, and led his country to war because he insisted on religious informity. King Charles I was harmful to his country because he was unable to put income towards necessary needs. He very much so valued significant architecture according to David Plant in “King Charles the First, 1600-1614,” This enabled him to commission great works of art by Rubens and Van Dyck..” Because

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