The Strange Tale of Watt the Informer

From Spy to Revolutionary

In the politically charged atmosphere of 18th-century Scotland, few figures are as enigmatic as William Watt. Initially working as a government informant, he later became entangled in the very revolutionary cause he was meant to betray. His story is a strange blend of espionage, deception, and ultimate betrayal—raising questions about loyalty, ideology, and the fine line between informant and insurgent.