James Billington (executioner)
James Billington | |
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| Born | James Billington 5 March 1847 Preston, Lancashire, England |
| Died | 13 December 1901 (aged 54) Bolton, Lancashire, England |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation | Executioner |
| Years active | 1884–1901 |
| Known for | Several hangings in England. |
| Children | 3 sons, William Billington John Billington Thomas Billington |
| Parent | James Billington Sr. |
| Relatives | Billington family |
James Billington (5 March 1847 – 13 December 1901) was a hangman for the British government from 1884 until 1901. He was the patriarch of the Billington family of executioners. Billington died at home from emphysema in the early hours of 13 December 1901, ten days after having executed Patrick McKenna, a man he knew well.