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Execution at the Tower of London, 1743. Artist: CM
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2-501-194 - The London Archives (City of London)/Heritage Images
Execution at the Tower of London, 1743. Scene depicting the shooting of three members of the Highland Regiment (Black Watch), Samuel McPherson, Malcolm McPherson and Farquhar Shaw, for desertion. The three men were among a number who had deserted fearing that the regiment was about to be sent to America.
Image Details
People Information
Creator
- CM, attributed to: {(British?)}: Artist, engraver
After
- De la Cure: : Artist
Subject
- Samuel McPherson: British, Scottish: Soldier
- Malcolm McPherson: British, Scottish: Soldier
- Farquhar Shaw: British, Scottish: Soldier
Category Hierarchy
Society & Culture Death & Burial
History & Politics War & Military Military Uniform & Equipment
History & Politics War & Military Military Figures & Personnel
Digital Image Size
Pixel Dimensions (W x H) : 3546x2981
File Size : 30,969kb
Aliases
- 23063
- p748800x
- 0220007193
- 2-501-194
- 23063
- 2501194