Commemoration and Oblivion in Royalist Print Culture, 1658-1667

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Focusing on the strategies employed by the re-installed monarchy, the narrative delves into how the regime sought to manage the nation's tumultuous history through controlled narratives. It highlights the anxiety surrounding the representation of events like the Civil Wars and the Regicide, emphasizing the role of popular print in shaping collective memory. By promoting specific forms of remembrance and forgetfulness, the monarchy aimed to influence public perception and establish a cohesive national identity in the aftermath of two decades of upheaval.