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they wore cloaks and masks so they cannot be seen.

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Do highwaymen rob other highwaymen?

It is possible for highwaymen to rob other highwaymen, as they may see them as competition for potential targets. However, it is not a common occurrence as they typically target travelers and merchants passing through their territory.


Why are highwaymen called highwaymen?

Highwaymen were called so because they would typically rob travelers on the highway or roads. They targeted people traveling between cities or towns, making roads a common location for their criminal activities.


Why were there highwaymen in Britain?

Highwaymen were prevalent in Britain mainly during the 17th and 18th centuries due to a lack of effective law enforcement on the roads. Highways were often isolated and poorly policed, providing opportunities for highwaymen to rob travelers, coaches, and merchants. Economic hardship and social unrest also contributed to the rise of highwaymen during this period.


Could women highwaymen?

Yes, historically women have been known to be highwaymen, although they were less common than male highwaymen. These women often dressed as men to carry out their crimes and were sometimes portrayed as fearless and daring in popular culture.


Why did highwaymen dress in expensive clothes?

People dress in expensive clothes because they have the money to buy them and want to wear them. They want to wear them to let people know they can afford them or, perhaps, because they want to dress like their peers or give the impression that they belong to certain group who wear that kind of clothes. Some people develop an intense interest in clothes and want to look a certain way which happens to be expensive.