Women and the Gallows

April Lewis

Region:: South East
Notice Period:: Regular (more than one month's notice)
Type:: Hobby
Fee:: Paid: £70
Category:: History
Updated:: 9^th August 2024
Tagged:: Social History | Law And Order | Womens History

Between 1797 and 1837, 131 women were hanged in England and Wales. Their crimes included murder, baby killing, theft, arson and forgery. But what made these women turn to crime? Where most came from extremely poor backgrounds, others had a mental illness, and a few were innocent but almost all are now forgotten, their voices unheard for generations.

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About April Lewis

Born and raised in Carshalton Surrey, I have always been interested in history and a big fan of horrible history books. Having studied law at Hertfordshire University and then eventually a master’s in legal history at Reading University I now combine my love of law and history by sharing my love by giving talks and through my YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@gavelandthegrave56

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