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The first major battle of the English Civil War was fought 23 October 1642
Parliament was led by the Earl of Essex, the royalists by Charles I and Prince Rupert
The battle was indecisive but both sides claimed victory
20 April, 1653
Cromwell dissolves the 'Rump' Parliament
The Long Parliament, which begain in 1640, is finally brought to an end
This king's son and heir was dubbed The Black Prince
He was the son of Edward II
He was married to Philippa of Hainault