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The Brutal History of Smithfield: London’s Gruesome Execution Ground

The Brutal History of Smithfield: London’s Gruesome Execution Ground In the shadow of London’s medieval walls, Smithfield emerged as a place where markets gave way to executions. From the early 13th century, its fields bore witness to gallows, burnings, and the ritual punishment of traitors, transforming a once ordinary ground into a stage for the assertion of royal power. Over centuries, Smithfield became both marketplace and execution ground, reflecting the shifting balance of justice, authority, and faith. The history of public hangings, heretic burnings, and treason trials reveals how violence was woven into civic life. This legacy endures as part of London’s darker historical landscape. 0:00 Smithfield: The Dark History of London's Execution Square 02:23 The Fires of Smithfield: Executing Heretics in Tudor London 04:19 The Gallows at Smithfield: Public Hangings Before the Crowds 06:24 Drawn and Quartered: Treason’s Deadly Price This documentary is for educational and historical purposes only. This video does NOT promote hatred, discrimination, or violence. These events are condemned to ensure they are never repeated.