Deaths on March 24

Samuel Scheidt, German organist and composer (b. 1587)

Samuel Scheidt (baptised 3 November 1587 – 24 March 1654) was a German composer, organist and teacher of the early Baroque era.

20 Apr

Rump Parliament
Oliver Cromwell dissolves the Rump Parliament.
12 Jun

Battle of the Gabbard
First Anglo-Dutch War: The Battle of the Gabbard begins and lasts until June 13.
16 Dec

Oliver Cromwell
English Interregnum: The Protectorate: Oliver Cromwell becomes Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland.