Richard Cromwell

• What was Oliver Cromwell's role in Parliament?

  He was a Puritan Member of Parliament
• What military position did Richard Cromwell hold in 1647?

  Captain in the New Model Army
• What was Richard Cromwell's role during the English Civil War?

  He did not play a significant role
• What happened after Oliver Cromwell's death in 1658?

  Richard was chosen as Lord Protector
• When was Richard Cromwell sworn in as Lord Protector?

  September 3, 1658
• What characterized Richard Cromwell's time as Lord Protector?

  Political turmoil and instability
• Who opposed Richard Cromwell's government?

  Royalists and Republicans
• How was Richard Cromwell perceived compared to his father?

  He was seen as weak and indecisive
• What issues plagued Richard Cromwell's government?

  Corruption and incompetence
• What did Richard Cromwell attempt to do with Parliament in January 1659?

  Dissolve Parliament
• What was the outcome of Richard Cromwell dissolving Parliament?

  Widespread protests and opposition
• What was the name of the new Parliament called in April 1659?

  The Third Protectorate Parliament
• What was the relationship between the Army and Parliament during Richard's rule?

  A gulf opened up between them
• When did Richard Cromwell resign as Lord Protector?

  May 25, 1659
• What happened after Richard Cromwell's resignation?

  A council of state ruled England
• What did Richard Cromwell receive after his resignation?

  A pension and debt repayment
• What was Richard Cromwell's political activity after his resignation?

  He remained politically inactive
• How was Richard Cromwell viewed after his political inactivity?

  As a symbol of the failed protectorate
• What does Richard Cromwell's legacy represent?

  A brief and unsuccessful experiment in Republican government