Highway Robbery Flashcards
1
Q
Highway robber rose because if banking. Why?
A
No one had bank cards so when you had to transfer a large sum of money somewhere the highway men came to rob it.
2
Q
Why did urbanisation become a problem too?
A
Everyone wanted to move to the city meaning there were less people on county roads
3
Q
An infamous highway robber?
A
Black harry
4
Q
What happened 1772?
A
Anyone caught found armed amd in disguise on a highway would have the death penalty
5
Q
When did highway robbery decline?
A
1815
6
Q
Did mounted horse patrol help stop highway robbery?
A
Yes, it increased their chances on getting caught
7
Q
What happened early 19th century?
A
Banking system has grown, no need to carry lots of money
8
Q
Last highway robbery report?
A
1831
