Richard Cromwell
Richard Cromwell
Richard Cromwell, (* 4. Oktober 1626 - † 12. Juli 1712) was the son of "Lord Protector" Oliver Cromwell. He followed in his fathers footsteps as Lord Protector of England, Scotland and Ireland in 1658, but only hold this position until 1569.
Since his two older brothers had died early, Richard was nominated "Lord Protector" ater his father's death. However, he lacked the experience and the will to maintain this position. He dropped his office and went into exile. This might have lead to a possible 'power vacuum' in the population, with noone to lead the country. So shortly after, Charles II became the monarch of England. (Restoration)
Sources
http://www.british-civil-wars.co.uk/biog/richard-cromwell.htm