John Barnard

Ashton's Memorial John Barnard

Ashton's Memorial by John Barnard V. D. M. - In June 1722, Philip Ashton (1702-1746) was captured by pirates while fishing at sea. In the Boston News Letter of 9 July 1722, Ashton was listed as being one of those captured by the pirate Edward Low. He escaped in March 1723 at Roatan Island by hiding in the dense vegetation. Despite many hazards, such as insects, tropical heat, and wild animals, he survived there for 16 months, until he was rescued. This is his account. In addition, there is the account of Nicholas Merritt, a relative who was taken at the same time, and a sermon, added by John Barnard. This text is taken from the 1726, London edition.