Diary of Ralph Josselin (Private Collection)

23.9.1644 (Monday 23 September 1644)

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September: 23: I heard that Major Cletheroe , September: 21. coming homewards at Redgewell his Horse stumbled and fell down upon him, and broke his bowels, he was taken up and spoke but he died about 4 or 5 hours after, Lord in how many dangerous falls and stumbles have you preserved me, how often have I gone forth and returned home safe again, thy name have the praise and glory, Lord still watch over me and keep me and be my safety and protection.