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Thomas Millwood, the supposed Hammersmith Ghost (engraving)
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Thomas Millwood, the supposed Hammersmith Ghost (engraving)
609148 Thomas Millwood, the supposed Hammersmith Ghost (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Millwood, the supposed Hammersmith Ghost, shot by Francis Smith on the night of 3 January 1804; published 3 October 1807); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23237582
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Criminal Gunfire Hoax Shot Supposed
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This engraving, titled "Thomas Millwood, the supposed Hammersmith Ghost" takes us back to a chilling night in history. The image depicts an Englishman named Thomas Millwood, who became infamous as the alleged ghost haunting the streets of Hammersmith. On that fateful evening of 3 January 1804, Francis Smith encountered Millwood and mistook him for a supernatural entity. In a moment of panic and fear, Smith fired his rifle at the unsuspecting man. This shocking act forever changed both their lives. The engraving showcases Millwood's attire - a reflection of early 19th-century fashion - which adds an intriguing layer to this dark tale. It serves as a reminder that even in times when superstition prevailed over reason, appearances could be deceiving. Published on 3 October 1807, this print immortalizes one chapter of this bizarre crime story while leaving room for interpretation and speculation surrounding what truly happened that night. Was it an unfortunate case of mistaken identity or perhaps an elaborate hoax? The viewer is left to ponder these questions. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from Peter Jackson Collection's Look and Learn series, we are transported back in time to witness the aftermath of a tragic event that continues to captivate our imagination centuries later.
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