Murder Ballads
Murder Ballads
Murders so notorious they inspired ballads in the 19th century. Using sources such as old newspaper clippings, court protocols, and old songs, we aim to bring life back into the stories of intrigue, passion, and horror that echoed through the streets and taverns of bygone eras. When newspapers were a luxury few could afford, the fascination with true crime was as strong then as it is today. These chilling tales were immortalized through songs—composed, sold, and sung by the masses. #murderballads #truecrime #truecrimehistory #skillingtryck #murder #crime #execution