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How long did Richard Cromwell serve as Lord Protector?

  • Nine months

  • One year

  • Two years

  • Six months

Answer

Nine months was the brief tenure of Richard Cromwell as Lord Protector. After his father, Oliver Cromwell, passed away in 1658, Richard inherited the position. However, he lacked his father's authority and faced opposition from Parliament and the army. His inability to maintain stability led to his resignation in 1659, marking the end of the Protectorate and the restoration of the monarchy under Charles II.
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