Londoners on Trial: Crime, Courts and the Public, 1244–1924

Robert Shoemaker

doi:10.1080/03058034.2026.2691530

July 15, 2026The London Journal

Londoners on Trial: Crime, Courts and the Public, 1244–1924

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To explore historical documentation of crime and justice in London from 1244 to 1924.
Utilized collections from the London Archives to analyze crime-related materials.
Conducted historical analysis of legal proceedings and societal reactions over time.
Identified significant trends in crime and punishment over nearly seven centuries.
Highlighted changing public perceptions of justice and legal systems during this period.

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Archival analysis reveals historical perspectives on crime and public justice in London across seven centuries, suggesting evolving societal views.

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The London Archives (formerly the London Metropolitan Archives), the UK’s second-largest public archive, holds a vast collection of material about crime, justice, and punishment. Adopting a very br...

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