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New York v. Isaac Harris and Max Blanck

New York v. Isaac Harris and Max Blanck

FromHistory on Trial


New York v. Isaac Harris and Max Blanck

FromHistory on Trial

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Length:
67 minutes
Released:
Apr 18, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In 1911, a devastating fire raged through the Triangle Waist Company, killing 146. It was one of the worst workplace disasters in American history. Many people blamed the factory's owners, Max Blanck and Isaac Harris, and wanted them to pay. But at Blanck and Harris's manslaughter trial, a shrewd defense attorney and weak worker protection laws ensured that the prosecutors were in for the fight of their life...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Released:
Apr 18, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (8)

From the Salem Witch Trials to O.J. Simpson, trials have always revealed hidden truths about our world. History on Trial digs into famous legal battles from American history, uncovering the real story behind the headlines, and exploring the powerful cultural contexts that shaped the verdicts -- and still impact us today. Fans of true crime, legal dramas, and history alike will be captivated by the unbelievable cases that played out in the courtrooms of history. Hosted by Mira Hayward. New episodes drop every other Thursday.