Humphrey Kynaston

Deceased Person

1474 – 1534

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Who was Humphrey Kynaston?

Humphrey Kynaston, aka Wild Humphrey Kynaston, was an English highwayman who operated in the Shropshire area. The son of the High Sheriff of Shropshire, he was convicted of murder in 1491. After being outlawed, he moved into a cave in the area and lived a lifestyle compared to Robin Hood.

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Born
1474
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Died
1534

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on July 23, 2013

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