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September 3, 1658

Posted on September 3, 2019 by Joel Byers

On September 3, 1658, after the death of Oliver Cromwell, Richard Cromwell succeeded his father as Lord Protector of England. Richard was not prepared to rule England as the Lord Protector and he knew it, especially since the Army had no faith in him and his father left the country in debt with a deficit … Continue reading →

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May 29, 1660

Posted on May 29, 2016 by Joel Byers

On This Date in TWISTED-HISTORY.com! in 1660 Charles II was restored to the English Throne after the Puritan Commonwealth was overthrown by the people of England. Oliver Cromwell took over England in 1649 and instituted a very religious, dour government based upon Puritan principles that frowned on people having fun, like dancing, drinking, singing, and … Continue reading →

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