Rally of the Army on Newmarket Heath. Soldiers defy Parliament by refusing to disband until grievances redressed. General Council of the Army is formed, representing officers and men. General Council adopts a political program incorporating some ideas from Lilburne's movement. August 1647 Army marches into London and occupies it without bloodshed.
Parliament reverses motions passed under duress.
Overton released from jail. Other Leveller spokesmen are Agitators Edward Sexby and William Allen, and civilians John Wildman and Maximilian Petty. Called off after an appeal by Fairfax and Cromwell. One soldier executed. A serious setback for the movement.