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Cromwell judged by his own politics and cruelty
The Monitor attacks Oliver Cromwell, arguing his ambition and arbitrary acts corrupted governance. It cites Lilburne’s confinement, Coney’s council, Vane’s ingratitude, and decimation orders as signs of tyranny, asserting Cromwell’s rule harmed trade and state stability.
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