Jamie Macpherson
Jamie Macpherson (1675–1700) also known as James Macpherson was a Scottish outlaw, famed for his poetic work commonly called "Macpherson's Lament" said to have been composed by him on the eve of his execution. "Macpherson's Lament" is known also as "Macpherson's Rant" or "Macpherson's Farewell".
James Macpherson | |
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| Born | 1675 Scotland |
| Died | 16 November 1700 (aged 24–25) |
| Occupation | Robber |
| Criminal charge | Robbery Bearing arms in a market Being Egyptian |
| Penalty | Death by hanging |
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