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Answer (Opinionated)
When he landed in Ireland in 1649 he just wanted to use Ireland for his personal gain.
Answer (Fact)
The truth is actually distorted. Nobody really knows why. Several versions of theories from both English and Irish sides exist. It's one of the many truths that have been lost in history due to human's ability to lie and deceive.
Largely because of religion - although invading Ireland can't have endeared him to the Irish.
The massacres at Drogheda and Wexford were probably responsible for Irish people feeling a certain coolness towards Oliver Cromwell.
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What did people think of cromwell?
Most people had and still have mixed opinions on Oliver Cromwell. Some think he was a hero and some think he was a villain. It very much depends on their personal political and religious views.
Did thomas cromwell have children?
Nine children six of whom survived adolescence and marriage.He had eight children Robert, Oliver, Bridget, Richard Cromwell Lord Protector, Henry Cromwell Lord Protector of Ireland, Elizabeth, Mary and Frances.
How would Cromwells supporters have answered anyone calling Cromwell greedy?
Cromwell's supporters answer to his enemies calling him greedy was, "Cromwell gave a lot of his power to other Puritans and all Puritans wanted to end all wicked behaviour. So where is the greed in that?" Hope these helped this question was part of my history homework which was Oliver Cromwell- Hero or Villain? :)
How did Thomas Cromwell's life end?
He was executed.
What was the name of Oliver Cromwell's son?
Richard
What were the long term consequences of Cromwell's defeat of the Scots and the Irish?
i hate s.s.
Who did the Irish compare Oliver Cromwell to?
the vikings
Did some of the Irish support Oliver Cromwell?
There would have been some Irish people that worked with him, but the majority of his forces were not Irish.
What is the Irish for 'hate' or 'hater'?
Irish hate is fuath / gráin. 'hater' would be fuathaitheoir.
Why is Oliver Cromwell disliked by the Irish?
because he brought them a bad name
Did Oliver Cromwell hate all things fun?
Generally, yes.
What did Oliver cromwell do to the Irish children?
he sent them to the west indies to work on farms
Why does ierland hate England?
Most Irish people don't hate England.
What is the Irish word for hate?
fuath / gráin
Do the Irish republican army hate catholics?
No.. the IRA are a primarily Irish Catholic organization.
Why was Oliver cromwell in Ireland?
Largely because of religion - although invading Ireland can't have endeared him to the Irish.
What is 'You hate Leah' in Irish?
"Is fuath leat Leah."
