The arrest of Alice Lisle for sheltering fugitives from the Battle of Sedgemoor in 1685, from Illustrations of English and Scottish History Volume I

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"The arrest of Alice Lisle for sheltering fugitives from the Battle of Sedgemoor in 1685" is a historical illustration by Edgar Melville Ward, featured in Volume I of "Illustrations of English and Scottish History." This artwork captures a poignant moment from the aftermath of the Battle of Sedgemoor, the final confrontation of the Monmouth Rebellion, which took place on July 6, 1685. The rebellion, led by James Scott, 1st Duke of Monmouth, aimed to overthrow King James II of England. Following the defeat of Monmouth's forces, the royal authorities sought to suppress any remaining dissent and punish those who had supported the rebellion.

Alice Lisle, a widow of a prominent Parliamentarian during the English Civil War, became an emblematic figure of this period due to her arrest and subsequent trial. She was accused of harboring fugitives from the defeated rebel army, specifically John Hickes, a nonconformist minister, and Richard Nelthorpe, a lawyer. Despite her advanced age and the questionable nature of the evidence against her, Lisle was tried by the notorious Judge Jeffreys during the Bloody Assizes, a series of trials aimed at punishing the participants of the Monmouth Rebellion.

Ward's illustration poignantly depicts the moment of Lisle's arrest, emphasizing the tension and gravity of the situation. The artwork serves not only as a visual representation of a significant historical event but also as a commentary on the harsh measures employed by the authorities during this turbulent period in English history. Through meticulous detail and evocative composition, Ward captures the emotional weight of Lisle's plight, highlighting the broader themes of justice, loyalty, and the human cost of political conflict.

The illustration is part of a larger collection that aims to bring to life key moments from English and Scottish history, providing both educational value and artistic insight. Ward's work, through its historical accuracy and artistic merit, offers a window into the past, allowing contemporary audiences to engage with the events and figures that have shaped the course of British history.

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