Chapter 3 · History
Oliver Cromwell and the Commonwealth
Source: Handbook p.37
Oliver Cromwell was a parliamentary general who became Lord Protector of the Commonwealth after defeating King Charles II (son of Charles I) at the Battle of Worcester. He ruled England as a republic from 1649 until his death in 1658. Cromwell led a brutal campaign in Ireland that still makes him controversial there. His son Richard briefly succeeded him but could not control the government, leading to the Restoration of the monarchy in 1660.
Sign in to keep reading
Chapter 1 topics are free to read without an account. Sign in to unlock chapters 2–5 with native-language explanations, key terms and memory tips.
Try a Free Mock Test
Test Yourself on This Topic