<span>The Enlightenment in England had its roots in the English
Civil War where the English came into conflict with the King Charles II. His excessive taxes angered the Parliament
which led to war. Charles lost and later
tried and executed. This gave rise to
the Commonwealth governed by Oliver Cromwell.
It influenced the Enlightenment because during period the rights of the common
men were now being recognized and they more than just mere followers but had a
right to voice their sentiments. Principles of freedom and rights became the
focus of philosophers such as John Locke.</span>
