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Executed

Nathaniel Greensmith

died January 25, 1663 · Connecticut

Nathaniel Greensmith was executed by hanging in colonial Connecticut on January 25, 1663, according to the Connecticut State Library's record of executions in the colony. The record identifies the execution as a homicide and gives no further detail about his life, family, or the place where he was held. No objections to the execution are recorded in this source.

Cause of death, as reported: Executed by the state

Reported by: Connecticut State Library.

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