Kings, Old Ironsides, Levelers, & A Rump
Department
History and Political Science
Major
History
Research Advisor
Bruening, Michael W. (Michael Wilson)
Advisor's Department
History and Political Science
Abstract
The Interregnum Period of English history (1649-1660) has often been described as a failed attempt to create a true republic in England; however, the period had a lasting impact on the development of modern England. This paper highlights the permanent changes the Interregnum had on both Parliamentary and citizen rights in England, the overhaul of England’s military doctrine, and England’s growing influence throughout the British Isles. In order to highlight the changes brought during the Interregnum Period, this paper breaks down the immediate and lasting impact of the period by analyzing primary and secondary source documents, as well as providing a detailed look into the life of George Monck. A prominent figure in the Interregnum, who commanded forces in most of the major English conflicts of the period and served as military governor, Monck both witnessed and took part in the rise and fall of the English Commonwealth.
Biography
Mark Allison is a sophomore in the Missouri S&T History & Political Science Department, and is pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in History with an emphasis on Secondary Education. He is from Cuba, Missouri, where he developed an interest for history and the importance of educating the next generations of students the historic lessons of the past. His research is primarily focused on the history of Britain.
Research Category
Arts and Humanities
Presentation Type
Oral Presentation
Document Type
Presentation
Award
Arts and humanities oral presentation, Second place
Location
Ozark Room
Presentation Date
16 Apr 2019, 9:00 am - 9:30 am
Kings, Old Ironsides, Levelers, & A Rump
Ozark Room
The Interregnum Period of English history (1649-1660) has often been described as a failed attempt to create a true republic in England; however, the period had a lasting impact on the development of modern England. This paper highlights the permanent changes the Interregnum had on both Parliamentary and citizen rights in England, the overhaul of England’s military doctrine, and England’s growing influence throughout the British Isles. In order to highlight the changes brought during the Interregnum Period, this paper breaks down the immediate and lasting impact of the period by analyzing primary and secondary source documents, as well as providing a detailed look into the life of George Monck. A prominent figure in the Interregnum, who commanded forces in most of the major English conflicts of the period and served as military governor, Monck both witnessed and took part in the rise and fall of the English Commonwealth.
