Thomas Aikenhead

Thomas Aikenhead was a young Scottish man who lived in the late 17th century. He is known for being the last person in Britain to be executed for blasphemy, after being convicted of mocking Christian beliefs. His case reflects the period's strict religious laws and societal intolerance toward religious dissent. At just 20 years old, Aikenhead's death highlights the serious consequences of challenging religious authorities during that time, serving as a historical example of how freedom of speech was limited in early modern Britain.