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Richard Cromwell (born LeRoy Melvin Radabaugh; January 8, 1910 – October 11, 1960) also known as Roy Radabaugh, was an American actor. His career was at its pinnacle with his work in Jezebel (1938) with Bette Davis and Henry Fonda and again with Fonda in John Ford's Young Mr. Lincoln (1939).
Richard Cromwell (4 October 1626 – 12 July 1712) was an English statesman, the second and final Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland and the son of the first Lord Protector, Oliver Cromwell.
Richard Cromwell was the lord protector of England from September 1658 to May 1659. The eldest surviving son of Oliver Cromwell and Elizabeth Bourchier, Richard failed in his attempt to carry on his father’s role as leader of the Commonwealth. He served in the Parliamentary army in 1647 and 1648.
Richard Cromwell was a Hollywood star in the early 1930s, known for his roles in Tol'able David and The Lives of a Bengal Lancer. He later became an artist, ceramicist and tile maker, and had a brief marriage with Angela Lansbury.
- January 8, 1910
- October 11, 1960
Dec 2, 2020 · Richard Cromwell proved to be nothing like his father, so much so that within eight months of inheriting his mantle, he ended up resigning from his role of Lord Protector. The fate of the country was settled by the new parliament which immediately voted in favour of the monarchy.
Quick Reference. (1626–1712). Lord protector (1658–9). Son of Oliver Cromwell, he held no important position until 1657. Under the Heads of the Proposals, Oliver could nominate his successor. Despite inexperience, Richard initially provided stability, settling army discontent and calling a parliament elected on the traditional constituencies.
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Learn about the brief and troubled reign of Richard Cromwell, the son of Oliver Cromwell and the second Lord Protector of England, Scotland and Ireland. Find out how he resigned after nine months and why the monarchy was restored.
