Oxford Parliament

Oxford Parliament may refer to:

  • The Oxford Parliament (1258), also known as the Mad Parliament and the "First English Parliament", assembled during the reign of Henry III of England
  • The Oxford Parliament (1644), 1644–1645, during the reign of Charles I of England
  • The Oxford Parliament (1681) assembled in 1681 during the reign of Charles II of England

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