Cromwell and his aims; the Protectorates; Major-Generals and relations with the Political Nation
After abolishing the monarchy, Oliver Cromwell ruled England as Lord Protector. He tried to create stable, godly government — but his methods repeatedly clashed with Parliament and the landowning classes who expected a say in how the country was run.
Real World
When Napoleon Bonaparte ruled France as First Consul, he similarly tried to balance authoritarian military control with winning the cooperation of traditional landowners and institutions — the same tension Cromwell faced between godly reformation and appeasing the Political Nation.
Exam Focus
Always link the Major-Generals to a specific consequence — alienating the gentry — rather than describing the system; examiners reward causal analysis over description.
Essay Framework
Use PEEL to structure every paragraph. Tap each step for guidance and an example.
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