My Entry as King or Queen

James I: It is disappointing to me to see that the Parliament would like to have limited control. If they truly believed in me and my divine right to rule, they would not ever ask to help me, nor would they withold funds that I need to pay for my personal possessions and needs. The House of Commons continues to deny my right to tax, a clear violation of my divine right.

Charles I: I fully support my father, James, and his opinions. I do not need Parliament to question my divinity or to control the country's economy. They are simply getting in my way and I will not listen to them. Instead I will do all I can to impose taxes without their help and I will arrest anyone I please without a charge. The Petition of Rights passed many years back is also quite offending to me. If the people are going to question my right to rule, then clearly they are not fit to live in England.

Oliver Cromwell: My military victory over the unfair monarchy, led by the now beheaded Charles I, has led me to the throne. I lead a republican government, under the religion of Puritanism, although some may call it a military dictatorship. Howevever, I do allow Parliament to have their say on taxes for the most part.

Charles II: Finally, the great Stuart family has returned to the English throne. However, I do acknowledge the mistakes of my ancestors and I will allow Parliament a limited role in the rule of this country. I have unfortunately recently made mistakes in making a secret treaty with Louis XIV. I do not care much about religion, and therefore for income I have no problem switching religions. However, this will soon get me thrown out of office.

JamesII: I must say, looking back on my rule, that it is unfair to have come into the monarchy at such a hysterical time. The people dreaded a return to Catholicism, and I was forced to abdicate just three years after stepping into office. After I produced a male heir, the people were terrified of a Catholic dynasty and instead asked William and Mary to rule the country.

William and Mary: We are proud to be known as the final abolitionists of divine right monarchy. When we came to the throne in 1688, we immediately accepted Parliament's leadership and are willing to serve a co-role with the governing body. We are also proud to be known as a part of the glorious revolution, because it marks the end of complete absolutism in this country and a switch to constitutionalism.