Great Trials in History
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An examination of legal cases from the past which have had an impact on society , as a whole, and legal history, in particular. These are cases that meant something when they occurred and still mean something today.
Great Trials in History
7M ago
Famed lawyer Clarence Darrow faces a trial by his peers in Los Angeles California with both his own freedom and career on the line ..read more
Great Trials in History
1y ago
In 1925,Colonel Billy Mitchell was court-martialled by the U.S. Army for criticizing in harsh terms the leadership of the Army and Navy for their failure to recognize that the future of warfare was going to depend on airpower. In this episode you will learn the true story of what happened ..read more
Great Trials in History
1y ago
We reach the end of this tragic case arising out of the great satanic panic of the 1980s. Peggy McMartin Buckey and her son Ray Buckey finally get to face their accusers ..read more
Great Trials in History
1y ago
The most amazing criminal case in many years occurred in a small coastal community in California in 1983. It should never be forgotten ..read more
Great Trials in History
1y ago
The notorious Kidd returns to London and faces the charge of piracy ..read more
Great Trials in History
1y ago
The voyage of Kidd to the Indian Ocean seeking pirates and French prizes continues. Kidd deals with a hostile government, mutinous sailors and other challenges in an attempt to fulfill his commission ..read more
Great Trials in History
1y ago
The saga of the most notorious pirate in history continues as he and his ship become known as the scourge of the seven seas. Was he in fact the villain he was reputed to be ? Hear the true story ..read more
Great Trials in History
2y ago
The most famous pirate in history , known throughout the world for his attacks on ships of all nations, was tried,convicted and hanged for his crimes. But was he truly guilty ? In this episode you will learn the real story of this larger than life figure ..read more
Great Trials in History
2y ago
The conclusion of the case in which the silent film star was charged with the death of actress Virginia Rappe ..read more