Michael Pierrepoint

Michael Pierrepoint was a former hangman and executioner who worked in Ireland during the mid-20th century. He was part of a family of executioners and is believed to have executed over 1,000 people. Pierrepoint's work was marked by controversy and criticism, with many questioning the morality of his actions. Despite this, he remains a fascinating figure in Irish history. In his later years, Pierrepoint wrote a memoir about his experiences as an executioner.