Death Cells and Execution Site, Poperinge Town Hall
Death Cells and Execution Site, Poperinge Town Hall
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Death Cells and Execution Site, Poperinge Town Hall
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July 28, 2025
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At least eight men were executed in the courtyard of Poperinge Town Hall: Botfield, Simmonds, Poole, Fryer, Stadman, Wall, Morris, and Gore. Perhaps Crampton and Wang Jungzhi should be added. It is also possible that several others buried in Poperinge New Military Cemetery, and perhaps also McFarlane, buried in Nine Elms Cemetery, appeared before the firing squad here.
•July 28, 2025
Hiking
To enhance the experience even further, text panels and a soundtrack explain the "shot at dawn" phenomenon. You can also visit the site with a guide. More information via toerisme@poperinge.be.
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September 15, 2022
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Town Hall Death Cell
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