In early-19th century Britain, body snatchers were such a problem that lead coffins, metal cages, and other hardware were used to protect the dead
Arts & Letters Daily • 4/10/2026
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In early-19th century Britain, body snatchers posed a significant issue. To protect the dead, lead coffins, metal cages, and other hardware were employed.
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