Charles Lynch
American politician (1736-1796) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 60
Charles Lynch was an American planter, politician, military officer and judge who headed a kangaroo court in Virginia to punish Loyalists during the Revolutionary War. The terms "lynching" and "lynch law" are believed to be derived from his surname.
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Country
United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1736 to 1796 · aged 60
