Factual drama series which draws on the archives of the Old Bailey online project to bring to life the most extraordinary trials from history.
These clips are from the 鶹Լ Two series Tales from the Old Bailey.
Suitable for teaching history at Key Stage 2 and Second level, particularly when studying the Edwardian's, the suffragettes or the 1906-1914 Liberal reforms.
The Blackguard Boys. video
A historic trial dramatised from the Old Bailey archives exploring the case of the Blackguard Boys from 1731.
The Grave Robber. video
After a grave in the churchyard is found empty, the vicar and his surgeon son are both put on trial for body-snatching.
The Murderess. video
A severed head is found floating in the Thames. The victim's wife is tried for his murder, but during the trial, his abuse of her is revealed.
The Suffragettes. video
Emmeline Pankhurst, a leading suffragette, is on trial for inciting others to commit criminal acts during the campaign for women's right to vote.
The Thief Taker General. video
The Thief Taker General, Jonathan Wild, is on trial for organising robberies and then benefiting from returning the stolen goods to the victims.
