Three Milestone Executions in American History

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For the most part, early American settlers came from countries where public executions were commonplace. Through the 18th century, public executions in England and Europe had an almost carnival feel to them. Street performers would entertain families while vendors offered various souvenirs to the crowds. There was a bustling business around executions, and crowds could buy everything from pies and sweets to…