1661 English general election

The 1661 English general election returned a majority of members in support of Charles II of England. This Parliament was called the Cavalier Parliament, since many of the MPs elected were former Cavaliers or the sons of Cavaliers.

1661 English general election

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LeaderEdward HydeDenzil Holles
PartyCourtOpposition
Seats won379139
The English Parliament after the 1661 General Election

Yet during the course of the Cavalier Parliament, there was considerable movement between the Cavaliers and the Roundheads.

See also

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References

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  • Henning, Basil, ed. (1983), The House of Commons, 1660–1690, The History of Parliament, Secker & Warburg
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