Ireland and Scotland! Flashcards
1
Q
How did Cromwell see what he did in Ireland as?
A
Cromwell saw things differently. He returned from his Irish campaign in 1650 and reported to ParliamentโI am persuaded that this is a righteous judgement of God on these barbarous wretchesโ.
2
Q
Why was Cromwell sent to Scotland?
A
Cromwell was sent to put down a rebellion in Scotland, where Royalists planned to invade England and put Charles Iโs son on the throne.
3
Q
When did Cromwell defeat the Scottish force?
A
Cromwell defeated the Scottish force twice, once at Dunbar in Scotland in 1650, and again at the Battle of Worcester in 1651.
4
Q
Where did the young Charles manage to escape to?
A
The young Charles managed to escape to France.
