A man never goes so far as when he does not know whither he… - Oliver Cromwell

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A man never goes so far as when he does not know whither he is going.

Oliver Cromwell

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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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