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.
By 1932, Melvin Purvis is Special-Agent-in-Charge of the FBI in Chicago with the primary job of catching Dillinger.
PG&E passes out flyers to residents suggesting their chemicals are not harmful and even make them sound helpful.
See a picture of Wolfe Tone, and find answers to other questions.
The story of Lizzie Borden remains popular and there are primary-source materials for learning more about her and her trial.
Links to resources from the trial, and information on both Leopold and Loeb.
The movie Braveheart wins many awards, but it is not a factually correct look at Wallace's life.
Even though Boone outwits the Shawnee, many think he is a traitor for surrendering without a fight.
While arguing over money, Dr. John Webster strikes and kills George Parkman.
Lewis Baker, a Tammany slugger, shoots Poole in the heart, which eventually kills him.
The uncontrollable Guiteau becomes a celebrity during his trial.
Mussolini tries to escape from Italy, but is caught, executed and his body put on display.
As a student at the College of Fort Hare, Nelson Mandela begins to experience racial bias.
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