In a general context, a highwayman refers to an outlaw or robber who operated on highways and roads, typically during the 17th to 19th centuries. These individuals were known for ambushing travelers, often on horseback, and demanding valuables or money at gunpoint. The term "highwayman" evokes a romanticized image of dashing rogues, like the legendary Dick Turpin, but their actions were often violent and dangerous for travelers. Highwaymen exploited the relative lack of law enforcement on remote roads and became infamous figures in history and folklore, symbolizing both criminality and rebellion against the societal norms of their time.
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