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1656–59
 
War with Spain (See 1656–59).  1
 
1657, March–May
 
Humble Petition and Advice, which established a second house and reduced the power of the council of state and protector. It proclaimed toleration of all Trinitarian Christians except Episcopalians and Catholics.  2
 
May 8
 
Cromwell rejected title of king.  3
 
 
 
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