London, October 30. 1685

Who were the 2 men Martyred in London on this day?

Colonel John Ayloff of London. Outlawed and attained for his part in Rye House Plot and return to become a Colonel in Argyll’s Scotch Army. Captured in Scotland and attempted to commit suicide, brought from Edinburgh to London for execution.

Captain Richard Nelthorp barrister of Greys Inn, London. Outlawed and attained for his part in Rye House Plot and a returned to England to become a Captain in Monmouth’s Army. Captured in the home of Lady Alice Lisle.

May their souls rest in peace.

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