The Stuart Period refers to the time in British history from 1603 to 1714, marked by the rule of the Stuart dynasty. This era began with the accession of James I and included significant events such as the English Civil War, the execution of Charles I, and the eventual restoration of the monarchy under Charles II. During the Stuart Period, England experienced political turmoil, religious conflict, and cultural developments. The period saw the rise of Parliamentary power, the establishment of the Commonwealth under Oliver Cromwell, and the Glorious Revolution, which led to the constitutional monarchy.