Why is a murder as a form of 'vigilante justice' called a 'lynching?'

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The term "lynching" dates back to Virginia in the 1780s, and may refer to either one of two men - Captain William Lynch of Pittsylvania County or Colonel James Lynch of Bedford County. Both men attempted to bring law and order where none existed. The term was only applied to mob rule later. Originally it denoted punishment less dramatic than a hanging. Usually the culprit was given a damned good thrashing!! (www.quinion.com) Sep 26 03, 1:15 AM

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