The Great Escape of Edward Whalley and William Goffe
by Christopher Pagliuco
"Smuggled Through Connecticut"
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The Great Escape of Edward Whalley and William Goffe Book Details
War:
English Civil War
Perspective:
Civilian
True Story:
Yes
Biography:
No
Region:
North America
Published Date:
2012
ISBN13:
9781609493028
The Great Escape of Edward Whalley and William Goffe Book Description
This book delves into the history of Edward Whalley and William Goffe who became Major Generals in Oliver Cromwell's famous Ironsides Brigade during the English Civil War. Off the field, Whalley and Goffe had the audacity to push for the trial and execution of their king; an action unprecedented in world history. They became hunted fugitives upon the restoration of the monarchy. King Charles II quickly issued forgiveness to all his English subjects, all except the men who tried and killed his father.