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This database contains some of the books, papers and records held by Mersea Museum.
Found 1 record PH01_SHM
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Article |
Ship Money |
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PH01_SHM |
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Title |
Ship Money |
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Abstract |
In 1634, with Charles I on the throne, Parliament had not convened for six years. The King, wanting to raise money, had no intention of following the usual course of recalling Parliament and decided to levy a tax known as Ship Money. This was a tax extending back into the medieval period, last ... |
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Author |
Elaine Barker |
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Source |
Mersea Museum
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