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First Recorded Fatal Gun Accident
- When
- 1519
- Where
- Welton, East Riding of Yorkshire
The first recorded accidental fatal shooting in England occurred at Welton in 1519.
In 1519, an accidental fatal shooting was recorded at Welton, East Riding of Yorkshire. This event is cited as the first recorded instance of an accidental fatal shooting in England, marking a significant early documentation of firearm-related mortality in the country.
Sources
- Welton, East Riding of Yorkshire Wikipedia, revision of 2026-05-11
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