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When Britain was a Republic

Not Just the Tudors

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Conflict and Transition: The First Anglo-Dutch War

This chapter examines the rising tensions that led to the first Anglo-Dutch War in 1652, fueled by maritime competition and diplomatic insults. It also explores the political upheaval in England as Cromwell expelled Parliament, marking a significant shift in governance following the Republic's transition to a protectorate.

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