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  1. In 1461 during the #WarsoftheRoses the 2nd Battle of St Albans was partially fought (flight of the Yorkists) on #Nomansland Common & in #C17th gangs of thieves regularly robbed travellers on the Common including the legendary ‘Wicked Lady’ Highwaywoman Katherine Ferrers.

    #HarryHolt #Holt #Genealogy #Bareknuckle #Boxing #Pugilist #Regency #Georgian #C18th #C19th #History

  2. 30Aug1825 Rough Robin defeats Harry Bundollock in 18rds & 25min at #Nomansland Common near St Albans. Robin Seconded by Harry Holt & Josh Hudson, Bundollock by George Head & Harry Harmer (£25 aside)

    #HarryHolt #Holt #Genealogy #Bareknuckle #Boxing #Pugilist #Regency #Georgian #C18th #C19th #History