John the Painter
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James Aitken (28 September 1752 – 10 March 1777), also known as John the Painter, was a mercenary who committed acts of sabotage in Royal Navy naval dockyards during the American Revolutionary War in 1776–77.
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James Aitken | |
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Born | (1752-09-28)28 September 1752 |
Died | 10 March 1777(1777-03-10) (aged 24) |
Cause of death | Hanging |
Other names | John the Painter |
Criminal status | Executed |
Conviction(s) | Arson in royal dockyards |
Criminal penalty | Death |
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