Massacre of Tranent

Massacre of Tranent
A memorial in Tranent commemorating Jackie Crookstone
LocationTranent, Scotland
DateTuesday, 29 August 1797
TargetAnti-conscription protesters
PerpetratorsCinque Ports Light Dragoons

The Massacre of Tranent was an event which took place on 29 August 1797 in the town of Tranent, Scotland.

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