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.
Capone is convicted on federal charges of tax evasion in 1931 and sentenced to federal prison; he is released on parole in 1939.
After a 12-day manhunt, Booth is tracked down and killed.
The U.S. Washington recaptures the Amistad captives when their ship is in New York waters.
Carl Hanratty is the FBI agent in the movie who first catches Abagnale, but he is able to escape.
The real life Carl Hanratty, Joe Shea, catches Frank, but believes he has a career helping the FBI catch con men just like him.
At the age of 20, the police in France catch Abagnale when an airline attendant sees and reports him.
Without justice or due process, Celia is hanged on December 21, 1855 for murdering her rapist and owner.
In honor of the astronauts, Challenger Learning Centers provide space and science information.
Tony Minke, on his way to get his watch repaired, finds Bobby's body.
Guiteau blames President Garfield for his unsuccessful career.
Even though the American Bill of Rights protects freedom of speech, Americans practice censorship.
Chicago reporter Maurine Watkins, who covers the courts, turns two real murders into a play for a college class.
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