FULL LESSON - Can be delivered over approximately 6-8 30 minute periods or 3-4 one hour periods (depending on time for discussion and reflection as guided by the power point or individual determination).
This in-depth and engaging resource explores the complex legacy of Oliver Cromwell, guiding students through a critical investigation of whether he should be remembered as a hero or a villain. Designed for KS3 and adaptable for GCSE, the booklet encourages students to analyse Cromwell’s actions and reputation across different time periods and perspectives.
The investigation includes a wide range of contemporary, Victorian, and modern sources, allowing students to explore how Cromwell’s legacy has evolved in England, Ireland, and internationally. Activities include categorisation tasks, source analysis, literacy scaffolding, and extended writing, all scaffolded to support historical thinking and literacy.
Students will examine Cromwell’s role in the English Civil War, his brutal campaign in Ireland, his religious policies, and his impact on empire-building. The resource is also accompanied by a detailed Power Point presentation (available separately or as part of a bundle) with images, prompts, and source blurbs that can be printed or projected to support classroom delivery. The booklet is ideal for independent enquiry, group work, or reflection lessons on historical legacy and commemoration.
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