Richard Cromwell reign (sep 3, 1658 – may 25, 1659)

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Richard Cromwell, son of Oliver Cromwell, served briefly as Lord Protector of England, Scotland, and Ireland from September 1658 to May 1659. He faced challenges including a deteriorating economy, military unrest, and political opposition. Despite attempting to address these issues by appointing a new council of advisors and making policy changes, he ultimately struggled to maintain support and was forced to resign. His rule is seen as a period of instability in English history.

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