The English Civil War Charles 1 and Oliver Cronwell

What did Oliver Cromwell believe in?

Cromwell was a Puritan. He was a highly religious man who believed that everybody should lead their lives according to what was written in the Bible. The word “Puritan” means that followers had a pure soul and lived a good life. Cromwell believed that everybody else in England should follow his example

How long did Oliver Cromwell rule England?

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Oliver Cromwell was a political and military leader in 17th century England who served as Lord Protector, or head of state, of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland for a five-year-period until his death in 1658

Why did Oliver Cromwell invade Ireland?

Meanwhile, Cromwell gave command of his army to his son-in-law, Henry Ireton. He set about completing the conquest of Ireland in order to redistribute the landholdings of Irish Catholics to Cromwellian soldiers and English investors in the parliamentary army of the 1640s.

How did Oliver Cromwell lose power?

Following Cromwell’s death his son Richard succeeded him to become Lord Protector. However, Richard lacked the political and military power of his father and his forced resignation in May 1659 effectively ended the Protectorate.

Why is Oliver Cromwell unpopular?

Oliver Cromwell was hated for several reasons. One was that he executed King Charles I, and established a republic. This made him a villain in the eyes of monarchists. He also incorporated his Puritan beliefs into law, which made him unpopular to non-Puritans.

How many deaths was Cromwell responsible for?

600,000 victims died during Cromwell’s campaign.

Was Cromwell a good ruler?