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unusual facts about Duke of Monmouth



Acton, Wrexham

He became notorious after the severe punishments he handed down at the trials of the supporters of the Duke of Monmouth during the reign of King James II.

Church of St Mary, Bridgwater

In July 1685, during the Monmouth Rebellion, the Duke of Monmouth watched from the tower as the forces of King James II assembled, at Westonzoyland, under the command of the Earl of Feversham prior to the Battle of Sedgemoor.

Percy Kirke

In 1673 he was with Monmouth at Maastricht and was present during two campaigns with Turenne on the Rhine.

Sir Bourchier Wrey, 4th Baronet

Sir Bourchier Wrey, 4th Baronet (1653-1696), was a duellist, Member of Parliament, and commanded a regiment of horse after the Restoration, serving under the Duke of Monmouth.


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