Henry Ireton


Henry Ireton (1611 – 26 November 1651) was an English general in the Parliamentary army during the English Civil War. He was the son-in-law of Oliver Cromwell.

Read more about Henry Ireton:  Early Life, English Civil War, Political Views and Debates Over The Future of The Monarchy, Irish Campaign and Death, Posthumous Execution, Family, In Fiction, Memorials

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