Historical Events tagged with "murder"

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Crime & Law

Daniel Sickles Kills Philip Barton Key II

February 27th, 1859 166 years ago

Daniel Sickles, a U.S. Representative, shot and killed Attorney General Philip Barton Key II after discovering an affair between Key and his wife, Teresa. The murder occurred in Washington, D.C., and garnered significant media attention due to the prominent positions of those involved. Sickles claimed temporary insanity as a defense, a notion that would influence the legal landscape in future cases involving similar claims.

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Crime & Law

Prince Gesualdo Murders His Wife and Lover

October 16th, 1590 434 years ago

Prince Carlo Gesualdo of Venosa discovered his wife, Maria d'Avalos, in an illicit affair with the nobleman, Fabrizio Carafa. Enraged by betrayal, Gesualdo committed the brutal act of murdering both Maria and Carafa in the castle of Gesualdo. This shocking crime shocked the local aristocracy and painted a portrait of jealousy and passion, marking a dark chapter in his tumultuous life.

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