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Death warrant of King Charles I of England. On 6 January 1649 the House of Commons
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Size: 2800 x 3194 (3.0MB)
Date: 28th March 2014
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Death warrant of King Charles I of England. On 6 January 1649 the House of Commons
Death warrant of King Charles I of England. On 6 January 1649 the House of Commons passed an Act appointing 135 commissioners to be a High Court of Justice to try King Charles I
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1649 British History Charles Commons Court Death High House January Justice King Passed Royalty Appointing Commissioners Warrant
EDITORS COMMENTS
An Unprecedented Act: The Death Warrant of King Charles I, 1649". This powerful print captures a pivotal moment in British history - the death warrant of King Charles I. On that fateful day, January 6th, 1649, the House of Commons passed an extraordinary act appointing 135 commissioners to form a High Court of Justice. Their solemn duty was to put the monarch on trial for his actions against Parliament and ultimately decide his fate. The image showcases the grandeur and gravity of this historic event. The court chamber is filled with esteemed individuals who hold the power to shape the destiny of a nation. Dressed in their formal attire, these commissioners embody justice itself as they prepare to pass judgment upon their king. Intriguingly, this photograph invites us into a world where royalty is not immune from accountability. It serves as a reminder that even those at the pinnacle of power can be held responsible for their actions before the law. As we gaze upon this poignant scene frozen in time by Universal Images Group (UIG), we are transported back to an era when political tensions ran high and revolution loomed large over England's horizon. This visual artifact offers us a glimpse into one of Britain's most significant chapters - forever etching its mark on both royal lineage and democratic principles alike.
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