Courtroom battles often produce sensational scenes resulting in curious spectators and endless news coverage. From ancient to modern times, trials attract significant attention. This collection explores some of the most-fascinating.
Edgardo, kidnapped from his Jewish family, becomes a well-educated, world-famous priest who credits the servant girl for saving him, and his Inquisito...
After the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution becomes effective, in 1868, many people believe it does not give women the right to vote. Susan B. A...
Frank is in Castillet for six months; conditions are medieval, and he becomes sick and lice-infested.
Ireland successfully declares itself free.
Wolfe Tone becomes a political activist to stop British control of Ireland.
During World War II there is a policy of racial discrimination in the military, but Lt. Jack Robinson decides to challenge that policy.
Jackie Robinson refuses to leave his seat on a bus and subsequently faces a court martial.
James Donovan, a respected lawyer who had played a role in the Nuremberg War-Crimes Trial, is selected to represent Rudolf Abel, who is accused of bei...
Although Rudolf Abel's wife lives in Russia, James Donovan starts receiving letters from someone calling herself Abel's wife.
Jefferson withholds the commissions, and William Marbury seeks legal action to retain his judgeship.
Jesus appears to several people after his death, according to the New Testament.
Herod questions Jesus, demanding a miracle, but sends him back without a sentence.
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