History GCSE

Rule of the Major Generals

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In 1655–1656 the country was divided into districts run by Major Generals, who were army officers.

OCR · Personal Rule to Restoration 1629–1660 (J410/13) - The nature and extent of political and religious change 1649–c.1660

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Personal Rule to Restoration 1629–1660 (J410/13) - The nature and extent of political and religious change 1649–c.1660 (OCR GCSE)

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