Ranked #1 of 4 in Season 2•+0.5 vs season avg
In the aftermath of Civil War, Britain was a kingless republic led by Oliver Cromwell. Cromwell ruled with an iron hand; when Parliament dared defy him, he marched in and closed it down. He ruled as king in all but name, with his Major Generals
Simon Schama
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Michael Kitchen
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Lindsay Duncan
Reader
Simon Schama
Writer
Mike Ibeji
Director
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"Revolutions (1649 - 1689)" is episode 2 of A History of Britain season 2. It scored 8.0/10 from 1 votes, ranking #1 of 4 episodes this season (season average 7.5). Directed by Mike Ibeji and written by Simon Schama, it aired on May 15, 2001.
