posted 11-02-2007 05:35 PM            

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Can't remember if I posted this question before but I need to know as much on the above as poss. If anyone could point me in the right direction...? Thanks.

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posted 11-02-2007 05:37 PM            

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Yes, I did and you lovely people replied. Anything further I should know?

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posted 11-06-2007 09:52 PM           

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Hi Deborah, I'm a little confused by your question.
Are you referring to Oliver Cromwell and his self assumed role as Lord Protector or are you looking for a general definition of such?

Paul.

posted 11-07-2007 02:22 PM            

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No, a general definition for a novel I'm writing. It's set in about 1327 or just after.

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posted 11-07-2007 09:13 PM           

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Hi Deborah, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lord_Protector
throws a little light on the subject.
Although not always reliable I have no reason to disagree with the conclusion made.
However, the article states a clear difference between the position of a feudal royal regent and the Cromwellian republican Commonwealth.
I'm a great admirer of Cromwell and all that he achieved.
A much misunderstood man of honour.

Paul.

posted 11-08-2007 04:40 AM            

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Thanks, Paul. Would they have had exactly the same duties as the monarch, or were there any notable differences? Was it personal choice when the minor became king or was there a particular age that was favoured?

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posted 11-08-2007 10:18 PM           

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Hi Deborah, I might need some help on this one.
I would assume that the duties of the Lord Protector and the Monarch would be the same.
The only difference as I see it is that Cromwell- for instance- was elected whereas Charles I was not.
His position was hereditary.

On the subject of when a minor became a king, I really don't see that age would be a deciding factor.
One only has the consider Richard II when the real power behind the throne was John of Gaunt and a few others.
Even today the monarchy and government rely
on a number of advisers to guide them in their affairs of office.

Paul.

posted 11-09-2007 02:13 PM            

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But in 1300? Henry VIII seemed to me pretty much an absolute monarch (although I know he had advisors - most he had 'chopped' when they disagreed with him!)

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posted 11-09-2007 08:47 PM           

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Hi Deborah, I'm still a little unclear as to what your question is.
Maybe its my age?

Paul.

posted 11-10-2007 11:27 AM            

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I'll use small words!

What does LP do?

Are there any interesting nuggets that would add authenticity to my novel?

Cheers!

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posted 11-10-2007 08:45 PM           

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Ah, thats better, I've got my reading glasses on now.
The Lord Protector would have been carrying out the affairs of State just like the crown would have but maybe in a more autocratic manner.

Interesting nuggets?

Perhaps you could look at Ken Livingstone or Jeffrey Archer for inspiration Deborah.

Just kidding, maybe.

Paul.

posted 11-11-2007 04:33 PM            

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I could!

One more question...?

How would he be addressed? My Lord, or something else?

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posted 11-12-2007 09:24 PM           

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I'm guessing here Deborah but I'd plump for " My Lord".
Other than that I have no idea.

Paul.