Jonathan Wild, was a notorious figure in London's underworld who is remembered for breaking the law while assuming the persona of the "Thief-Taker General," a selfless vigilante. Wild, a master manipulator and schemer, was well-known for his unwavering dedication to combatting crime in London.
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