The Great Escape of Edward Whalley and William Goffe

Download or read book The Great Escape of Edward Whalley and William Goffe written by Christopher Pagliuco and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.