Arrest of the Earl of Strafford, 11 November 1640
Illustration from Cassell's illustrated history of England published circa 1896. Info from wiki: Thomas Wentworth, 1st Earl of Strafford (13 April 1593 () – 12 May 1641) was an English statesman and a major figure in the period leading up to the English Civil War. He served in Parliament and was a supporter of King Charles I. From 1632–40 he was Lord Deputy of Ireland, where he established a strong authoritarian rule. Recalled to England, he became a leading advisor to the King, attempting to strengthen the royal position against Parliament. When Parliament condemned him to death, Charles signed the death warrant and Wentworth was executed.
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