Oliver Cromwell, Lord Protector (Kingdom of Ireland (Great Britain)) : All Data

Oliver Cromwell, the Lord Protector, ruled over the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland from 1653 to 1658. He faced significant conflicts, including the First Anglo-Dutch War (1652-1654) and the Third English Civil War (1649-1651). Cromwell's military prowess was evident in his victory over the Dutch, securing English naval dominance. In the Third English Civil War, he crushed the Royalist uprising, leading to the execution of King Charles I. Cromwell's rule was marked by his strict Puritanical beliefs and his efforts to establish a republican government, making him a controversial figure in British history.