CHAPTER XI.

THE UNIVERSITY DURING THE CIVIL WARS AND THE SIEGE OF OXFORD.

The University sides with the King and the Church—The Commons issue an order for the University—Contributions for the King’s service, and first occupation of Oxford by Parliamentary troops—Oxford becomes the royal head-quarters—Aspect of the University during the Queen’s residence—The last two years of the civil war—Siege of Oxford, and proposals of Fairfax guaranteeing University privileges—Surrender of Oxford, and subsequent condition of the University 122