August 13, 1964: Last Execution in the UK

August 13, 1964: Last Execution in the UK

Peter Allen and Gwynne Evans became the last people to be executed in the United Kingdom. Only a year later after they were hanged, the death penalty was suspended. It was fully abolished in 1998. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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December 29, 1170: Thomas Becket Slain

December 29, 1170: Thomas Becket Slain

It was a murder that would live in infamy: Four knights loyal to King Henry II killed the Archbishop of Canterbury following a failed attempt to arrest him for crimes against the crown. Learn more ab...

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December 28, 1987: Ronald Gene Simmons Murders

December 28, 1987: Ronald Gene Simmons Murders

The largest familial massacre in U.S. history was part of a week-long killing spree that left 16 people dead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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December 27, 1997: Irish Paramilitary Leader Murdered

December 27, 1997: Irish Paramilitary Leader Murdered

37-year-old Billy Wright, who had established a fearsome reputation during a period known as the Troubles, was shot to death in a maximum-security prison.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...

27 Des 202012min

December 26, 1994: Terrorists Hijack Air France Flight 8969

December 26, 1994: Terrorists Hijack Air France Flight 8969

Four members of the Armed Islamic Group of Algeria hijacked a plane, intending to detonate it above the Eiffel Tower.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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December 25, 1950: Stone of Destiny Stolen

December 25, 1950: Stone of Destiny Stolen

Scottish nationalists broke into Westminster Abbey in London and stole the Stone of Destiny, an ancient symbol of Scottish royalty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic...

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December 24, 1997: “Carlos the Jackal” Sentenced

December 24, 1997: “Carlos the Jackal” Sentenced

International terrorist Ilich Ramirez Sanchez, also known as Carlos the Jackal, received a life sentence for murders he committed in 1975.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/...

24 Des 202013min

December 23, 1974: Three Go Missing From Texas Mall

December 23, 1974: Three Go Missing From Texas Mall

A trio of young girls vanished from a mall in Fort Worth, Texas. Their disappearance remains unsolved. Guest hosted by Tim Johnson from the Parcast series Today in Music History.  Learn more about yo...

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December 22, 1715: “The Old Pretender” Lands In Scotland

December 22, 1715: “The Old Pretender” Lands In Scotland

After a lifetime of exile in France, 27-year-old James Edward arrived in Scotland to lead an uprising and claim the throne of England.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch...

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