The King Who Lost His Crown — and His Head

Step into the dramatic rise and brutal fall of King Charles I, the only English monarch ever executed by his own people.

👉 In this episode of Why Wars Happened, uncover how one man’s reign spiraled into rebellion, civil war, and a shocking public beheading:

🧒 Charles’s early life & path to the throne

🕵️ The Duke of Buckingham’s dangerous influence

💍 A royal marriage that fueled religious conflict

⚔️ Failed wars & political backlash that tore England apart

🔥 The Scottish rebellion & bitter English Civil War

⚖️ The king’s trial, execution & legacy that changed monarchy forever

If you’re fascinated by British history, royal power struggles, or the drama of the English Civil War, this story has it all — betrayal, faith, and the fall of a king.

⏱ Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction to Charles I

01:27 – Early Life & Rise to Power

01:57 – The Duke of Buckingham’s Influence

03:31 – Marriage & Religious Conflicts

05:41 – Military Failures & Backlash

19:15 – The English Civil War & Execution

20:30 – Charles I’s Legacy

21:51 – Final Reflections

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