I liked the posting on British military records. I am interested in the English Civil Wars, but fou
I am looking for records on Royalists, Sir Henry Skipwith, Major Edward Dale and possibly Gentlemen Edward and Thomas Carter. Sir Henry actually hosted King Charles the night before he was captured at Naseby. He was fined and punished from his royalist support.
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This looks like it could be an interesting bit to research @Robert D. Lumsden. I think many of us could benefit from checking in to see if any of our own ancestors participated in issues like this.
FYI: According to Brittanica, the English Civil Wars are also referred to as "The Great Rebellion" (1642-51) and took place between supporters of the monarchy of Charles I (and his son and successor, Charles II) and opposing groups in each of Charles’s kingdoms, including Parliamentarians in England, Covenanters in Scotland, and Confederates in Ireland.
https://www.britannica.com/event/English-Civil-Wars
Let's see if we can find records for the royalists you are looking for...
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As we search for these royalists, keep in mind that they may be recorded in some places as "cavaliers".
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Yes, and famously many of the Royalist fled to the colony of Virginia to escape the wrath of the Puritans in England. In Virginia they were known as "cavaliers" who defended King Charles I and supported Charles II when he returned to the British throne. The Puritans were not so welcome in the colonies of Virginia and Maryland and many returned to England. Thanks for your contribution and I look forward to more participation from others. Robert Lumsden
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The odd thing is,after the restoration of the Monarchy it was the turn of the Parliamentarians to escape to the America's. One of which was the Regicide William Goffe I believe.
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Greetings, Robert,
May I share with you, a link to The National Archives (TNA), UK page which cites the names and direct contact details of TNA approved "researchers" who (mostly) have credentials or are otherwise savvy researchers experienced in the Army records at TNA. Here's the link: http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/irlist/default.asp?action=1&slctcatagoryid=2&x=51&y=14
Having analyzed TNA's Inventory of records (a microfiche) publication found at the Family History Library, I can tell you that there are not many records found in the main Army records series, coded W.O. (for War Office or British army records) that extend back into the 17th century. Courts Martial and I think one of the Medals record series may take you back to roughly 1660, or when Charles II returned crown rule (monarchy) back to the government. But a good researcher will know for certain and use any extant army records to help you find details you seek.
And yes, Puritans (and Nonconformists in general) immigrated chiefly to New England, most Regnal-ists (my word) for those loyal to the throne came to settle in Virginia (and limitedly, to Maryland).
While the Parliamentarians gained significant advances in religious freedoms during and especially after England's Civil War ~1636-1649, it was during the Interregnum from 1650-1659 that they ultimately burst the shackles of suppression and oppressive government and won considerable gains in religious freedom. But alas, it was short-lived when Charles II was summoned to England and was deigned King and took back the throne. The monarchy's stiff oppressive hand (towards Nonconformists and Presbyterians in particular) was swiftly felt, when the King avenged the death/martyrdom of his father, King Charles I by putting to violent deaths all those who took a leading part Parliamentarian Army (vs the Royal army) battle campaigns, in the capture of, imprisonment and subsequent execution of Charles I. This wave of the new King's oppressive heavy hand, sent tens of thousands fleeing the country to the American Colonies and to the Leiden region of Continental Europe for refuge.
Prior to 1650, numerous battles occurred, spread throughout many areas of England. Roughly, a total of 90,000 from both sides of the line were killed and nearly 100.000 others were mortally affected. Because it was unclear at several points during this period, 1630's to 1649, just which side would prevail, motivated numerous people to immigrate to the various colonies.
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Only a few escaped to New England most apparently went to continental Europe
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Thank you for the detailed history. My primary interest is the individuals that were my ancestors involved in this terrible time in British History and their contribution to the conflicts. I understand the scarcity of records for the time will make it difficult to pin down specifics. However, there must be a public record of Sir Henry Skipwith hosting King Charles at Prestwould manor before his capture. I will try the link you provided
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