John Urry (soldier)

Sir
John Urry
Old Tolbooth, Edinburgh c. 1750; Urry was executed on the platform at left centre
Personal details
BornPitfichie, Monymusk, Aberdeenshire
Died(1650-05-29)29 May 1650
Edinburgh
Cause of deathBeheading
NationalityScottish
OccupationSoldier
Military service
Years of service1639 to 1650
RankMajor 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.