Commonwealth of England

The Commonwealth of England was a historical period from 1649 to 1660 when England was governed as a republic, following the execution of King Charles I. Led by figures like Oliver Cromwell, it marked a significant shift from monarchy to a parliamentary system. This era aimed to establish a new political and social order, emphasizing Protestant values and reducing the power of the monarchy. The Commonwealth faced internal conflicts and challenges, leading to its eventual collapse and the restoration of the monarchy in 1660, when Charles II took the throne.