Spence Broughton
(1746-1792)

Died aged c. 46

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Commemorated on 1 plaque

Broughton Lane / Attercliffe Common. Spence Broughton the highwayman, was hung in chains near here in 1796 close to the scene of his crime. He is thought to be the last man in England to be so punished.

Broughton Lane, Carbrook, Sheffield, United Kingdom where they was hung in chains near