Sir John Urry | |
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&sq=&lang=&file=File:The_Old_Tolbooth.jpg) Old Tolbooth, Edinburgh c. 1750; Urry was executed on the platform at left centre | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Pitfichie, Monymusk, Aberdeenshire |
| Died | 29 May 1650 Edinburgh |
| Cause of death | Beheading |
| Nationality | Scottish |
| Occupation | Soldier |
| Military service | |
| Years of service | 1639 to 1650 |
| Rank | Major General |
| Battles/wars | |
Sir John Urry, also known as Hurry, was a Scottish professional soldier who at various times during the Wars of the Three Kingdoms fought for Scots Covenanters, Engagers and Royalists, as well as both English Parliamentarians and Royalists. Captured at Carbisdale in April 1650, he was executed in Edinburgh on 29 May 1650.