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.
Even though he is a legendary American, little is known of the life of Daniel Boone.
William Wallace plans to do everything in his power to ensure England's King Edward I will not rule his Scotland.
Celia accidently kills her owner, Robert Newsom, while defending herself against rape.
Justice Hunt does not allow the jury to reach a verdict but gives his own written statement at the conclusion of proofs in the Susan B. Anthony trial....
The judge decides the verdict himself without the jury, and also makes it impossible for Susan to appeal.
Both Loeb and Leopold are smart, cunning, and the best of friends; Leopold does whatever Loeb asks of him.
According to the Puritans, the pillory is fitting for anyone having the nerve to disregard societal rules.
Jesus is placed on the cross, forgives everyone, and prepares to die.
Jesus is placed on the cross, forgives everyone, and prepares to die.
Tone leaves Ireland, goes to France, and becomes a French military officer.
Jailed for shooting their lovers, Beulah Annan (Roxie Hart) and Belva Guertner (Velma Kelly) pose for press photos.
Belva Guertner is acquitted a month after Beulah.
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