Historical Events tagged with "Tyburn"
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Executions Following Raid on Mother Clap's House
Five men were arrested at Mother Clap's molly house in London and subsequently executed at Tyburn. The molly house, known for hosting gatherings of homosexual men, was targeted under the harsh anti-sodomy laws of the time. The raid and executions highlighted the severe legal repercussions for same-sex relationships in early 18th-century England.
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Michael An Gof and Thomas Flamank were executed in Tyburn, London, after leading a Cornish rebellion against the English crown. Their uprising, motivated by discontent over taxation and governance, culminated in a march to London in which they demanded reforms. Despite their defeat by royal forces, their bravery and cause inspired further resistance among the Cornish people. Their execution by hanging was a stark reminder of the risks faced by those who opposed the crown.
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