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Oliver Cromwell

and why we remember him!

Oliver Cromwell lived nearly 400 years ago.

He is one of the most famous people in British history – and he was born in Huntingdon!

He became a Member of Parliament and a successful soldier.

However, he is most famous for being one of the people responsible for removing the British king from the throne, then eventually ruling the country himself!

People tend to either like him or dislike him.

Use the four links below to find out more about Oliver Cromwell

and decide what YOU think!

Oliver Cromwell and his family

Oliver Cromwell as a soldier

Oliver Cromwell as an MP and Lord Protector

Oliver Cromwell and his religious beliefs

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Other web sites to explore

Oliver Cromwell timeline...

...part of a Huntingdonshire Heritage Programme project...

Visit the Cromwell Museum in Huntingdon....