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The Newgate Prison was a prison in London, at the corner of Newgate Street and Old Bailey, just inside the city of London. It was originally located at the site of Newgate, a gate in the Roman London Wall. The gate/prison was rebuilt in the 12th century and demolished in 1904. The prison was extended and rebuilt many times, and remained in use for over 700 years, from 1188 to 1902.

Unearth the captivating tales of human weakness and shocking atrocities in 'The Chronicles of Crime Vol 1' by Camden Pelham. This meticulously curated collection takes you on a journey through the darker side of human nature, spanning from 1700 to 1816. Discover infamous cases involving notorious figures like Dick Turpin, Captain Kidd, and the Luddites, as well as the high-profile assassination of Spencer Perceval MP. Prepare to be enthralled as you encounter spine-chilling murders alongside stories that will leave you astounded by the sheer idiocy of the perpetrators. With 275 cases, this ...