Oliver Cromwell: Massacres & Manoeuvres
Not Just the Tudors
Cromwell's Ascendance: Power and Turmoil in Post-Civil War England
This chapter explores the intricate challenges faced by Oliver Cromwell in 1647, highlighting his navigation through a politically unstable England after the Civil War. It delves into Cromwell's efforts to advocate for religious tolerance while contending with diminishing support from his allies and the escalating tensions within Parliament. Additionally, the chapter examines the army's rise against Parliament and the transformative shift in power dynamics that ultimately led to the trial and execution of King Charles.
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