17th Century
5 articles in this category
Cromwell's Imperial Legacy: The Early Stuarts' Colonial Policies
Explore how British colonial policies continued under Charles II and James II after Cromwell's rule, focusing on the Navigation Acts and Hudson Bay Company.
Louis XIV's Foreign Policy: From Spanish Conflict to King Williams War
Explore the complex foreign policies of Louis XIV that reshaped European balance of power through conflicts, alliances, and religious tensions.
Versailles and the Legacy of Absolute Monarchy under Louis XIV
Explore Louis XIV's reign and the rise of absolute monarchy in France through military conquests, diplomatic marriages, and the construction of Versailles.
Louis XIV's Reign: The Age of Absolute Monarchy and Cultural Flourishing
Explore Louis XIV's reign marked by absolutism, cultural achievements, and social hierarchy during Europe's transition to centralized states.
The English Revolution and Its Complex Causes
Explore the pivotal period of the English Revolution from 1640 to 1660, marked by religious shifts and political upheavals leading to significant changes in governance.