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Deacon William Brodie, a well known thief in 18th Century Edinburgh, was born.

On September 28, 1741 in Celtic History

Deacon william brodie, a well known thief in 18th century edinburgh, was born.

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Thu 28 Sep 1741

    One of the most remarkable criminals ever confined in Edinburghs Old Tolbooth prison was the noted William Brodie. In 18th Century Edinburgh, a city famous for more than its fair share of intrigue and scoundrels, William Brodie stands out as one o

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