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Execution at Wapping

When
23 May 1701
Where
Execution Dock, Wapping
Part of
Execution of William Kidd

William Kidd was hanged at Execution Dock, Wapping, London, on 23 May 1701.

Following his conviction, William Kidd was executed by hanging. The event took place on 23 May 1701 at Execution Dock in Wapping, London. This marked the final conclusion of his legal case and his life.

Sources

  1. William Kidd Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-13

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