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What Happened on April 20, 1653

Historical Events

Cromwell Dissolves Parliament

Oliver Cromwell and 40 musketeers forcibly dissolve the English Rump Parliament, after it failed to establish a caretaker government. In Cromwell's words "You have sat too long for any good you have been doing lately ... In the name of God, go!" [1]

1653 Highlights

About April 20, 1653

Calendar: Julian UK US
Day of the Week: Wednesday

Calendar: Gregorian France Italy Portugal Spain
Day of the Week: Sunday

How Long Ago? 371 years, 2 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No

Star Sign: Taurus