Thomas Blood

Thomas Blood

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Anglo-Irish army officer (1618–1680)

About Thomas Blood

Thomas Allen Blood was an Anglo-Irish army officer and self-styled colonel best known for his attempt to steal the Crown Jewels of England from the Tower of London in 1671. Described in an American source as a "noted bravo and desperado," he was also known for his attempt to kidnap and, later, to kill his enemy, the 1st Duke of Ormond.

Notable works:

Madam Secretary

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