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Oliver Cromwell document signed as Lord Protector of England, dated 21 April 1655. Rising to power at the end of England's Civil War and the dismantling of the monarchy after Charles I's regicide, Cromwell was known as a polarizing, controversial force during this fraught time in the country's history; upon the Royalists return to power in 1660 after Cromwell's death, his body was dug up and put in chains. Document is a warrant of payment by Cromwell and orders a Gualter Frost, treasurer for the council's contingencies, to pay ''£6 2s 9d'' to a Captain John Cressit, ''being soe much by him expended in rideing Post upon Our Service...'' Signed boldly ''Oliver P.'' in black ink by Cromwell. Measures 8.25" x 11.25". With docketing and receipt signed by Cressit on verso for the named sum. 1pp. document comes with a paper border affixed to edges to an overall size of 9.75" x 15". Some show-through, foxing, and toning throughout, else near fine condition.
Oliver Cromwell 1655 Document Signed Boldly ''Oliver P.'' as ''Lord Protector'' of England -- Scarce
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