The Great Harry Thaw Case: A Sensational Trial and a Tragic Sacrifice

The Great Harry Thaw Case is one of the most sensational trials in American history. It involved a wealthy playboy, a beautiful chorus girl, and a prominent architect. The trial was filled with drama, intrigue, and scandal, and it captivated the nation for months.

This book provides a detailed account of the trial and its aftermath, including exclusive illustrations and insights. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, true crime, or sensational trials.

The Great Harry Thaw Case or The Woman's Sacrifice (Illustrated)

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Language	:	English
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The Players

The three main players in the Great Harry Thaw Case were:

* Harry Thaw: A wealthy playboy from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Thaw was a graduate of Yale University and a member of the Duquesne Club, one of the most exclusive social clubs in the country. He was also a close friend of J.P. Morgan and other prominent figures.

* Evelyn Nesbit: A beautiful chorus girl from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Nesbit began her career as a model and quickly became one of the most popular chorus girls in New York City. She was known for her beauty and her innocent demeanor.

* Stanford White: A prominent architect from New York City. White was one of the most successful architects of his time, and he designed many of the city's most famous buildings, including the Madison Square Garden and the Metropolitan Opera House. He was also a member of the bohemian set and was often seen in the company of artists and writers.

The Murder

On June 25, 1906, Harry Thaw shot and killed Stanford White on the roof of the Madison Square Garden. Thaw claimed that he had killed White in a fit of jealous rage, after White had seduced and ruined Nesbit.

Thaw was arrested and charged with murder. The trial began on January 2, 1907, and it lasted for months. The trial was a media circus, and it was covered by newspapers and magazines from all over the country.

The Trial

The trial was a battle of experts. The prosecution called a number of witnesses to testify about Thaw's sanity. The defense called a number of witnesses to testify about White's character.

The prosecution argued that Thaw was a cold-blooded killer who had murdered White in a fit of jealous rage. The defense argued that Thaw was insane and that he had killed White in a moment of temporary insanity.

The jury deliberated for days, and they eventually found Thaw guilty of murder. However, the jury also found that Thaw was insane at the time of the murder. This meant that Thaw could not be sentenced to death.

The Aftermath

Thaw was sentenced to life in prison. He spent the rest of his life in a mental institution. He died in 1947, at the age of 65.

Nesbit went on to have a successful career as an actress and a writer. She died in 1967, at the age of 82.

The Great Harry Thaw Case is a fascinating and tragic story. It is a story of love, betrayal, and murder. It is a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.

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The Great Harry Thaw Case or The Woman's Sacrifice (Illustrated)

4.2 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	26546 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	388 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE