Jill Evans

Hanged at Gloucester

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ISBN 13:: 9780752458182
author:: Jill Evans
format:: Paperback
publisher:: The History Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2011
Pages:: 160
Dimensions:: 24.6 x 17.2 x 1.6 cm
Genre:: Biography, True Crime,
Condition:: New
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The Hanging at Gloucester tells the story of 121 prisoners who were executed within the prison walls between 1792 and 1939. This collection of accounts sheds light on the lives of those who met their end in this historic place. From the first prisoner hanged on the roof over the entrance gate to the last convict executed within the prison's walls, each story offers a unique perspective on the events that unfolded during this period. The text provides a detailed look at the history of executions at Gloucester Prison, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the subject. By examining the stories of these prisoners, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the social and historical context in which they lived and died.

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