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Role of Cromwell, 1640-58 (The First Protectorate Parliament, 1654-55…
Role of Cromwell, 1640-58
1640-49
Emerged a national figure through his military success during Civil War. He remained in parliament, alongside his role as an officer.
It was with the New Model Army's politicisation that Cromwell became more significant. Even so, it could be argued that Ireton
Cromwell's son-in-law, was more of a driving force in bringing about the execution of the king
1649-53
Following Charles' execution, Cromwell's political influence was again diverted due to the necessity of him leading campaigns against the Irish and then the Scots.
For which he became commander-in-chief of the New Model Army in June 1650. After the defeat of Scotland, he was again able to impose himself on political process.
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The First Protectorate Parliament, 1654-55
Cromwell hoped that this would bring stability to political and national life, and secure the support of a broad spectrum of opinion.
First Protectorate Parliament met in September 1654, displayed non of the harmony that Cromwell hoped.
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Attempts were made to reduce the size of the army, and powerful attacks were mounted against the principle of religious liberty.
Frustrated by the parliaments attitudes, Cromell dissolved the assembly in January 1655.
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The Second Protectorate Parliament,1656-58
Met in September 1656 and, once again, one hundred MPs were excluded.
March 1657 parliament presented Cromwell with the Humble Petition and Advice, which offered the Protector the crown of England
Strong opposition from the army and religious radicals persuaded Cromwell to refuse religious radicals persuaded Cromwell to refuse the offer in May.
He did, however, accept the office of Lord Protector for life, with the power to choose his successor
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