People v Levi Weeks - The First True Crime
Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast
05/22/21
•18m
About
Comments
Featured In
Tune in this week as I discuss the first murder trial in United States history with a full written record - People v. Levi Weeks.
Charged with the murder of young Quaker Elma Sands, Levi was defended by the best legal minds in New York: Henry Livingston and political enemies Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton. The Manhattan Well Murder, as it is sometimes known, is the first in history to have a publish transcription of the court proceedings, giving life to a well loved genre in America - true crime.
For show notes and information on how you can support the pod, visit www.civicsandcoffee.com
Previous Episode
Early American Medicine
May 15, 2021
•16m
Tune in this week as I discuss some of the early treatment methods and individuals responsible for aiding those living in early America. From Barber Surgeons to Medicine Men, bloodletting to snake oil, getting sick in the nineteenth century was no laughing matter.
Prepare yourself for this one - it's a bit gross.
For show notes, please visit the website www.civicsandcoffee.com
Next Episode
HH Holmes Part 1 - Listener Request
May 29, 2021
•20m
This episode comes to you per the request of a longtime fan of the show.
I briefly mentioned HH Holmes while covering the history of the World's Fair and one of you asked for a deeper dive on the notorious serial killer. This week starts us off on Holmes' background and his first suspected murders.
Come back next week as I wrap up his story and share a little about how he became so infamous.
To see show notes, request episode topics or support the show, check out the website www.civicsandcoffee.com
If you like this episode you’ll love
Promoted