JOURNAL ARTICLE

GANGSTERS, KILLERS AND CROOKS.

  • Published In: All About History, 2026, n. 165. P. 18 1 of 2

  • Database: History Reference Ultimate 2 of 2

Abstract

The article provides an overview of notorious criminals associated with London's dark history, highlighting figures such as Billy Hill, Gordon Cummins, and the Kray Twins. Billy Hill, active in the mid-20th century, was known for orchestrating high-profile robberies and mentoring the infamous Kray twins, who led a powerful gang in the 1960s before their imprisonment. The piece also discusses other criminals like Gordon Cummins, known as The Blackout Ripper, and Moll Cutpurse, a 17th-century highwaywoman. Additionally, it touches on the unsolved case of Jack the Ripper and the audacious Great Train Robbery led by Bruce Reynolds, illustrating the diverse and often violent criminal landscape of London throughout history. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:All About History. 2026/02, Issue 165, p18
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:2052-5877
  • Accession Number:190923857
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