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Tragic Thorn executions cited in Polish court report
The 1725 Thorn massacre described the execution of several Lutherans by hangman and the ensuing tears of Roman Catholics. Jesuit and Bernardine clergy performed Te Deum while the city faced reprieve for Vice-President Czernick after humble intercession to the Polish king. The narrative notes deteriorating conditions and a royal pardon amid tumult.
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St. Mary
Thorn
Heyder
Jesuits
Rowan Catholick
Chernick
Poland
Council of
Henry Czernick
Tzorn