5 March 1696 – 11 March 1696

Divers of the conspirators tried and condemned. Vesuvius breaking out, terrified Naples. Three of the unhappy wretches, whereof one was a priest, were executed for intending to assassinate the King; they acknowledged their intention, but acquitted King James of inciting them to it, and died very penitent. Divers more in danger, and some very considerable persons. Great frost and cold.