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The execution of the Duke of Monmouth, Tower Hill, London, 15 July 1685 (1903). Artist: Unknown.

The execution of the Duke of Monmouth, Tower Hill, London, 15 July 1685 (1903). Artist: Unknown.

2-634-609 - The Print Collector/Heritage Images

The execution of the Duke of Monmouth, Tower Hill, London, 15 July 1685 (1903). James Scott, 1st Duke of Monmouth (1649-1685), an illegitimate son of Charles II (1630-1685), claimed to be rightful heir to the throne and attempted to displace James II in the Monmouth Rebellion. He was captured after his army was defeated at the Battle of Sedgemoor and was executed for treason on 15 July 1685. From London in the Time of the Stuarts, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1903]

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Creator
  1. Unknown, attributed to: :
Subject
  1. James Scott, 1st Duke of Monmouth: British: Duke, aristocrat
People Related
  1. Sir Walter Besant: British: novelist and philanthropist
  2. King James II: British, English: King of England and Ireland
Medium
  1. Engraving
Geographic Hierarchy

World Europe United Kingdom England Greater London London

  1. 51 30 51 N , 000 05 35 W
Category Hierarchy

Locations & Buildings Castles

Society & Culture Law & Crime

Society & Culture Death & Burial

Digital Image Size

Pixel Dimensions (W x H) : 7184x3712
File Size : 26,042kb

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  1. 0580037027
  1. 2-634-609
  1. 2634609
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