In this video Hanged by the Neck - The Tyburn Gallows, Kevin Hicks demonstrates gallows humour literally as he takes viewers on a journey through the dark and haunting history of the Tyburn Gallows, London. With captivating storytelling, detailed research and unique models, Kevin unravels the macabre practices that unfolded at Tyburn and the grim tales of hangings that took place there. He explores the societal norms and the gruesome spectacles that surrounded public hangings as well as the tragic & funny stories of those who met their fate at the gallows. Altogether a fascinating exploration of a morbid chapter in history. If you'd like to support the channel more and help us continue making fun, fascinating videos, please check out our PATREON PAGE for perks. https://www.patreon.com/thehistorysquad OTHER LINKS: Website: https://historysquad.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historysquad Twitter: https://twitter.com/history_hicks IMAGE CREDITS: Catholic martyr's plaque at Tyburn © Bolckow via Flickr Poacher: World History Archive / Alamy Stock Photo Cutting down tree: Wellcome Images Poachers (colour): Courtesy Abe Bailey Trust Newgate Prison: Falkensteinfoto / Alamy Stock Photo Jonathan Wild: Welcome Images