Hanged by the Neck - Haunting True Stories from the Tyburn Gallows

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In this video Hanged by the Neck - The Tyburn Gallows, Kevin Hicks demonstrates gallows humour literally as he takes viewers on a journey through the dark and haunting history of the Tyburn Gallows, London. With captivating storytelling, detailed research and unique models, Kevin unravels the macabre practices that unfolded at Tyburn and the grim tales of hangings that took place there. He explores the societal norms and the gruesome spectacles that surrounded public hangings as well as the tragic & funny stories of those who met their fate at the gallows. Altogether a fascinating exploration of a morbid chapter in history.

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IMAGE CREDITS:
Catholic martyr's plaque at Tyburn © Bolckow via Flickr
Poacher: World History Archive / Alamy Stock Photo
Cutting down tree: Wellcome Images
Poachers (colour): Courtesy Abe Bailey Trust
Newgate Prison: Falkensteinfoto / Alamy Stock Photo
Jonathan Wild: Welcome Images
Category
Highway Men
Tags
Hanged by the Neck, Tyburn gallows, tyburn tree
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