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The Cromwells: the dynasty that made modern Britain

The Cromwells: the dynasty that made modern Britain

Miranda Malins discusses the awesome impact of the two titans of the Cromwell family – Thomas and Oliver – on British history

Spencer Mizen

Published: November 13, 2026 at 9:05 AM

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We can't stop talking about the Tudors. The Stuarts bestride the 17th century. Yet if you're looking for a family that truly changed the course of British history then, argues Miranda Malins, you need look no further than the Cromwells.

In this episode, Miranda tells Spencer Mizen about the awesome impact of the two titans of the Cromwell family – Thomas and Oliver – on British history, the striking similarities between these two men, and how she thinks they'd have got on if they'd have met.

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Spencer MizenSenior production editor

Spencer is senior production editor of HistoryExtra magazine