The Horncastle Hangman (William Marwood)

The story of why a towns cobbler all of a sudden in his 50s decided he wanted to be the nations hangman a position he acquired with his “ long drop method” for 9 years , executing 176 prisoners , he was a celebrity of his time but is he hero or villain ? Is he famous or infamous ? Let me know ! #executioners #hangmen #williammarwood #horncastle #lincolnshire