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Assembly of the First Protectorate Parliament

When
3 September 1654 – 22 January 1655
Where
England
Part of
First Protectorate Parliament

The Parliament convened in September 1654 under Cromwell's summons, with Lenthall as Speaker.

Summoned by Oliver Cromwell under the Instrument of Government, the First Protectorate Parliament began its single term on 3 September 1654. William Lenthall served as the Speaker of the House during this session, which continued until 22 January 1655.

Sources

  1. First Protectorate Parliament Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-11

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