Talk:Oliver Cromwell

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 Definition (1599-1658) English soldier, statesman, and leader of the Puritan revolution, nicknamed "Old Ironsides". [d] [e]
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Controverial figure

First, great stuff here. But: "Cromwell is the most controversial figure in all of British history" - that's quite a claim. I realise he is immensely important - indeed, one might judge the most important - but this surely can't be supported? John Stephenson 06:05, 2 June 2008 (CDT)

the "most controversial" but comes from Morrill. Is there someone MORe controversial? It's supported by pointing to the enormous controversy he has generated over the centuries--nobody comes close. (examples are listed like King George V and VI and the allegations of fanatic, genocide, dictator). My impression is rgar the Irish still HATE him. Richard Jensen 06:39, 2 June 2008 (CDT)