When I went there, I did not think to have done this. But perceiving the spirit of God so strong upon me, I would not consult flesh and blood. - Oliver Cromwell

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When I went there, I did not think to have done this. But perceiving the spirit of God so strong upon me, I would not consult flesh and blood.

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About Oliver Cromwell

Oliver Cromwell (25 April 1599 – 3 September 1658) was an English statesman, soldier, and revolutionary responsible for the overthrow of the monarchy, temporarily turning England into a republican Commonwealth, and assuming rule as Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland. After he died his son Richard Cromwell took this position, until King Charles II was crowned king.

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Alternative Names: Cromwellian Old Noll Copper Nose Lord Protector Head of the Protectorate Oliver Cromwell, Lord Protector of England Noll Cromwell Olliver Cromwell Olyver Cromwell

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