What happened in the Glorious Revolution?

Answer 1

The Glorious Revolution of 1688 was the result of the birth of James II's catholic son. The English people were protestant and did not want a catholic ruler. Therefore they invited James II's protestant daughter, Mary and her husband William of Orange to raid England and overthrow James II. When James II heard about the army marching towards him, he fled to France with his wife and son. As a result no blood was spilled and the revolution was named the Glorious Revolution.

Answer 2

King James II of England was overthrown during the Glorious Revolution. The Glorious Revolution destroyed any possibility of a Catholic monarchy and ended the possibility of an absolute monarchy in the British kingdoms.

Answer 3

The Glorious Revolution created a limited monarchy in England. It also allowed for freedom of the press and religious tolerance.

Answer 4

The English Bill of Rights was signed. Absolute monarchy was rejected in England.

Answer 5

It was essentially non-violent hence the name. it brought about the accession of Willam and Mary as dual monarchs.

Answer 6

The government in England changed after the Glorious Revolution when William and Mary became rulers and let the citizens have a say in politics.