Of all the times to live in throughout history the Medieval period was probably one to avoid. Roughly speaking Medieval times (or the Middle Ages) started at the end of the Roman Empire, around 500 AD, and continued until around the 1500s. Whilst I'm … [Read more...]
Most Horrific Forms of Execution
Back in the good old days if you did something wrong, for example stole a goat or impersonated a chicken, you were pretty much assured being handed a death sentence. In those days there was no hanging around on Death Row, contemplating the errors of your … [Read more...]
Slow Slicing (Lingchi)
Please note: this article contains some graphic (black & white) photos of executions lower down the page. Do not scroll down if you do not wish to see them. Slow slicing (or lingchi) is a method of execution in which slices of flesh are … [Read more...]
