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Power Struggle

Definition

A power struggle refers to a conflict or competition between two or more entities, such as monarchs and parliaments, for authority and control.

Related terms

Glorious Revolution: The Glorious Revolution was an event in 1688 when English Parliamentarians invited William of Orange to overthrow King James II, leading to the establishment of a constitutional monarchy in England.

English Civil War: The English Civil War (1642-1651) was a conflict between supporters of the monarchy (Royalists) and supporters of Parliament (Parliamentarians), resulting in the temporary overthrow of the monarchy and the establishment of a short-lived republic known as the Commonwealth.

French Revolution: The French Revolution (1789-1799) was a period of radical social and political upheaval in France where different factions vied for power, including conflicts between absolute monarchs and revolutionary assemblies. It led to significant changes in government structures.



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