William Booth (forger)

William Booth
Pencil sketch of Booth, artist unknown
Born	Hall End Farm near Beaudesert, Warwickshire, England
Died	(1812-08-15)15 August 1812 Staffordshire
Resting place	St Mary's Church, Handsworth
Nationality	English
Occupation	Farmer
Conviction(s)	Forgery
Criminal penalty	Death by hanging

William Booth (1776–1812) was an English farmer and forger, who was hanged for his crimes. He is the subject of the song "Twice Tried, Twice Hung, Twice Buried" by Jon Raven^[1] and a book. Several geographical features in Birmingham, near his former home, carry his name.