“Cromwell” primarily refers to Oliver Cromwell (15991658), an English military and political leader who played a key role in the English Civil War. He became the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland and is known for his role in the execution of King Charles I and the establishment of a republican government. The name can also refer to other historical figures with the surname Cromwell, including Thomas Cromwell, a chief minister to King Henry VIII. In a broader context, “Cromwell” can be used to refer to the historical period or events associated with Oliver Cromwell’s rule and the Puritan Commonwealth.
