Henry III, Baronial Revolts, the Growth of Government, and the Rise of Parliament (1207-72)

In 1216 King John died in the middle of a baronial war and his nine year old son Henry III inherited a fractious realm. Protected by the Papacy, royal forces gradually regained control, and established conciliar government during Henry’s minority. Henry III’s personal rule was characterised by chronic debt, high taxation, military failures and two more baronial revolts, but it was during his reign that the Magna Carta was established and parliament emerged.

Tutor: Gillian Waters BA MA PGDip PGCE

Term: Spring

Day: Thursday

Start Date: 16 January 2025

Time: 7-9pm

No. of weeks: 11

Full fee: £156

Credits: 10

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