# Oliver Cromwell — Hudibras character guide

> Oliver Cromwell in Hudibras by Samuel Butler.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** the usurper Oliver Cromwell, Cromwell, Oliver

**First appearance:** 0003-part-i-canto-i

## Who they are

The Lord Protector, frequently alluded to as a political figure.

## In the story

### [The Author's Life](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/hudibras_se/chapters/the-author-s-life)

Mentioned as the usurper under whom Sir Samuel Luke served, providing context for Butler's satirical targets.

### [Canto II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/hudibras_se/chapters/part-iii-canto-ii)

Referenced as 'Oliver' who 'had gotten ground' and 'brought his Providence about' to outmaneuver the Presbyterians.

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