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Charles I and Speaker Lenthall, c1850, (1947). Creator: Unknown
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Charles I and Speaker Lenthall, c1850, (1947). Creator: Unknown
Charles I and Speaker Lenthall, c1850, (1947). On 4 January 1642, King Charles I (1600-1649, standing, in hat) entered the House of Commons to arrest five Members of Parliament for high treason. Speaker William Lenthall (1591-1662) defied the King to uphold the privileges of Parliament. The King had to leave without arresting the Five Members. No monarch has entered the House of Commons since then. After Speaker Lenthall Asserting the Privileges of the Commons Against Charles I when the Attempt was made to Seize the Five Members, painting by Charles West Cope in the Palace of Westminster in London. From " The House of Commons", by Martin Lindsay M.P. [Collins, London, 1947]
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1st Baronet Britain In Pictures Charles I Charles I Of England Charles Stuart Charles West Charles West Cope Collins Cope Defender Of The Faith His Majesty House Of Commons King Charles I King Of Great Britain And Ireland Lieuten Lindsay Martin Martin Lindsay Member Of Parliament Members Of Parliament Parliament Sir Martin Lindsay Social History Speaker Of The House Of Commons Treason William Collins William Collins And Sons William Collins Sons Lenthall Politicians William Lenthall
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This print captures a significant moment in British history - the encounter between King Charles I and Speaker William Lenthall in 1642. In this powerful image, we see King Charles I standing tall, wearing his hat, as he enters the House of Commons with the intention to arrest five Members of Parliament for high treason. However, it was Speaker Lenthall who bravely defied the King and upheld the privileges of Parliament. The historical significance of this event cannot be overstated. It marked a pivotal moment when the power struggle between monarchy and parliament reached its peak. Despite being outnumbered and facing potential consequences for his actions, Speaker Lenthall stood firm in defense of parliamentary rights. Since that fateful day in January 1642, no monarch has dared to enter the House of Commons again. This photograph serves as a reminder of both political defiance and constitutional principles that have shaped British democracy over centuries. The painting by Charles West Cope displayed at the Palace of Westminster further immortalizes this iconic scene. With its vibrant colors and attention to detail, it allows us to visualize this historic confrontation vividly. As we gaze upon this print today, we are reminded not only of these key figures from our past but also how their actions continue to influence our present political landscape.
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