It was during this century that the English monarch became increasingly involved in conflicts with the Parliament - this would culminate in the English civil war and an end to the dominance of the English …

The seventeenth century, spanning from 1601 to 1700, was a period marked by significant transformations in politics, society, and culture across the globe.

The 17th century lasted from January 1, 1601 (represented by the Roman numerals MDCI), to December 31, 1700 (MDCC).

From the mid-17th century, European politics were increasingly dominated by the Kingdom of France of Louis XIV, where royal power was solidified domestically in the civil war of the Fronde.

Our study begins by looking at the various geographical regions of the world in the 17 th century. The initial “global overview” discusses important rulers, cultural trends, and developments that impacted …

Often called "Baroque," the art of the 17th century reflected the dramatic transformations the world was then undergoing.

Exploration and colonization continued to play a large role in Europe's affairs in this century. The New World, Spain, Portugal, France, the Dutch Republic, and England all nurtured colonies and fought …

ey events: “Seventeenth-century English literature was shaped by various historical occurrences and cultural phenomena such as the death of Queen Elizabeth in 1603, the subsequent ascension to the …

The 17th century falls into the Early Modern period of Europe and in that continent was characterized by the Dutch Golden Age, the Baroque cultural movement, the French Grand Siècle dominated by Louis …

Check out the timeline below to see some events of the seventeenth century (up to Charles II’s death). The seventeenth century was one of the most turbulent periods in English history, socially, culturally, …