Which Parliamentary general later ruled England as Lord Protector?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Oliver Cromwell
- Step 1: Oliver Cromwell was a leading advocate of the execution of Charles I in January 1649, which led to the establishment of the Commonwealth of England, and he ruled as Lord Protector from December 1653 until his death in September 1658. Answer: Oliver Cromwell. Why not the others: Prince Rupert fought on the Royalist side, the Duke of Wellington was prime minister from 1828 to 1830, and John Pym is not named as Lord Protector.
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