The Last Gay Men Executed in Britain
Dan Snow's History Hit
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The Tragic Story of James Pratt and John Smith
The chapter delves into the lives of James Pratt and John Smith, the last two men hanged for being gay in the early 19th century. It discusses the period of moral panic from 1800 to 1835 when several men were executed for homosexuality. Details about James and John's backgrounds, work as servants, and the circumstances leading to their arrest are explored.
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