The Earl of Strafford, on his way to execution, 12 May 1641, receiving the blessing of Archbishop Laud, Tower of London
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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