Podcast appearances and mentions of Daniel Sickles

Join Host Lyle Perez for a chilling finale to the Haunted America series as he explores the haunted history of Washington, D.C., on Halloween night. As the center of political power, the nation's capital holds layers of dark secrets, historic tragedies, and spectral presences. From the halls of the White House to the eerie streets of Lafayette Square, D.C. is alive with ghostly tales that reveal a side of history rarely discussed. Grab a warm drink, dim the lights, and get ready for a journey into the capital's haunted sites. Featured Locations: The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20500 Home to more than just presidents, the White House hosts famous spirits like Abraham Lincoln, who's been seen by countless staff and guests. Queen Wilhelmina even fainted upon seeing his apparition. Dolley Madison is rumored to protect the Rose Garden, while Abigail Adams' ghost has been seen in the East Room. Public tours offer a glimpse into the residence, though ghostly encounters are never guaranteed. The Octagon House 1799 New York Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20006 This unique mansion, built in 1801, is haunted by the spirits of two Tayloe daughters who fell to their deaths in the staircase. Visitors report hearing footsteps, doors slamming, and feeling watched, especially in the ballroom. The house is open as a museum, inviting visitors to learn about its tragic history. The Capitol Building First St SE, Washington, D.C. 20004 The U.S. Capitol is haunted by the mysterious “Demon Cat,” a ghostly omen of disaster, and by John Quincy Adams, who collapsed and died in the building. Cold spots, whispers, and eerie figures are common, particularly in the rotunda. Guided tours provide access to this historical—and haunted—monument. Lafayette Square Across from the White House, Lafayette Square's dark past is marked by murder and scandal. The ghost of Philip Barton Key II, murdered by Congressman Daniel Sickles, is said to roam here. Shadowy figures and phantom gunshots disturb this otherwise serene park, making it a must-visit for thrill-seekers. The Old Stone House 3051 M St NW, Washington, D.C. 20007 Dating back to 1765, the Old Stone House is D.C.'s oldest unchanged structure. It's haunted by “George,” a spectral carpenter, and a child who tugs at visitors' clothing. Guests report feeling cold hands and hearing whispers, adding to its allure as a museum with deep-rooted mysteries. The National Theatre 1321 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20004 Known as “The Theatre of Presidents,” the National Theatre is haunted by the “Lady in White,” seen backstage and in the audience. Disembodied laughter and footsteps heighten its ghostly charm. Patrons attending performances may find themselves in the presence of D.C.'s most dedicated spectral audience. The Exorcist Steps, Georgetown 36th St NW & Prospect St NW, Washington, D.C. 20007 Made famous by The Exorcist, these narrow steps hold an ominous presence. Many report feeling watched or hearing footsteps echoing behind them, especially at night. It's a notorious location for those seeking real-life frights in the heart of Georgetown. The Hay-Adams Hotel 800 16th St NW, Washington, D.C. 20006 Overlooking Lafayette Square, the Hay-Adams Hotel is haunted by the spirit of Clover Adams, whose presence is felt through cold spots, flickering lights, and the scent of lavender. The fourth floor is particularly active, drawing guests who hope for a ghostly encounter during their stay. The Smithsonian Castle 1000 Jefferson Dr SW, Washington, D.C. 20560 James Smithson, the Smithsonian's founder, is said to haunt this Gothic structure. His spirit has been seen in the hallways, with footsteps and ghostly whispers adding to the building's aura. Visitors can explore the castle's history and perhaps feel Smithson's presence watching over his legacy. The Congressional Cemetery 1801 E St SE, Washington, D.C. 20003 This historic cemetery is home to prominent figures, and visitors often report eerie encounters, including the spirit of Clara Barton. Ghost tours reveal the haunted side of this iconic cemetery, with flickering lights and murmurs from beyond. Like Our Facebook page for more Halloween fun: www.Facebook.com/TheHalloweenPodcast ORDER PODCAST MERCH! Website: www.TheHalloweenPodcast.com Email: TheHalloweenPodcast@gmail.com X (formerly Twitter): @TheHalloweenPod Support the Show: www.patreon.com/TheHalloweenPod Get bonus Halloween content and more! Just for Patreon supporters! Keywords and Tags: Haunted Washington D.C., White House ghost stories, The Exorcist Steps, haunted landmarks D.C., ghost tours Washington D.C., haunted hotels in Washington, Halloween Podcast, U.S. Capitol ghost

On this whimsical episode, Katie and Cindy tackle the theme of "Least Likely to Succeed." Cindy gives a brief history of Neanderthals and Katie shares the story of Daniel Sickles. 

Start your day RIGHT with our new coffee brand Little Ground Top by ordering your bags here www.addressinggettysburg.com/cafe Help us hire a staff for these labor-intensive episodes. It'll only take a few thousand of ye! ;-) Become a Patron and learn more about the Civil War with over 300 episodes just for you. www.patreon.com/addressinggettysburg   During the early morning hours of July 2, an already sleep-deprived Union Army of the Potomac commander, George Gordon Meade, arrived at Gettysburg to find fresh Federal soldiers reinforcing the battered elements of the army from the previous day's battle. After conferring with his subordinates, Meade rode out to look at the ground. He decided to stay and fight.    The Union position was a strong one.   Cemetery Hill dominated the surrounding landscape and offered the Union defenders a strong artillery position. Two key roads that led into Gettysburg from Maryland intersected just north of the hill. Those two roads were crucial avenues of resupply and, if necessary, retreat for the Union Army. The side controlling the hill controlled the field, but the position had one weakness. When he arrived the previous day to act in Meade's stead, Union Second Corps Commander Winfield Scott Hancock assessed the position and reported to Meade that it was strong, but the Confederates could turn its left flank. This fact didn't escape Robert E. Lee's experienced eye, either. He astutely turned his attention to planning the action for July 2, devising a strategy that would test the mettle of the Union Army.   With Meade deciding to stay, Lee needed to determine the best way to knock the Federals off their strong position. A direct assault on Cemetery Hill could prove devastating for Lee's infantry as they would have to cross open farm fields to attack the hill. Subordinate commanders convinced Lee not to attack the Union Right near Culp's Hill. Just before dawn, Lee dispatched reconnaissance parties to determine the terrain on the Union left and the dispositions of the Army of the Potomac. One such party returned and reported no Union soldiers in the area of Little Round Top. After conferring with his commanders, Lee made his decision. James Longstreet, his trusted second-in-command, his "old warhorse," would take two divisions and, under concealment, get into position to attack the flank of the Union Line. Once Longstreet was in position. His orders directed him to attack north, along the Emmitsburg Road, and roll up the Union left. While Longstreet was executing this move [getting into position?], Ewell's Second Corps would demonstrate on the Union Right to prevent reinforcements from being sent to meet Longstreet. Ewell's demonstration would become an attack if Ewell thought it feasible. [Chas Fennell on this part of the plan]   It was a bold plan. One that Confederate General James Longstreet did not care for, but, ever the consummate soldier, he followed orders.   Longstreet's Corps, consisting of three divisions under Generals McLaws, Pickett, and Hood, was initially delayed due to the absence of Pickett's division, which was still over 20 miles away. Despite Longstreet's request to wait for Pickett, Lee urged action but acquiesced to Longstreet's request to wait for one of the brigades from Hood's division before commencing the attack. It would be nearly One in the afternoon before Longstreet's march began.   While Lee dealt with the logistics of implementing his plans, Meade had his own difficulties with Daniel Sickles, a New York politician-turned-general and Meade's Third Corps Commander.   Meade had assigned defensive positions to all of his commands in what is now known as the Fish Hook line. The reason for Sickles' assigned position was either not made apparent to him or was certainly not to his liking. Throughout the morning, Sickles tried to get Meade's permission to redeploy his Corps to what he thought was a better position on higher ground along the Emmitsburg Road. Sickles believed that if the Confederates occupied that ground, they could use it as an artillery platform and make Sickles' position, and much of the rest of the Union line, vulnerable.     Every time Sickles tried, Meade brushed him off until he eventually reiterated his original order. Still nervous, Sickles ordered a reconnaissance into a stand of woods just west of the Emmitsburg Road. The reconnaissance discovered Rebels extending the Confederate lines along Seminary Ridge. This information convinced Sickles to take his entire Corps and occupy the ground he desired.   However, Sickles' decision to advance detached his Corps from the rest of the army, leaving his command exposed on neutral ground. This decision would prove to be a turning point, almost leading to the destruction of his Corps and having severe consequences for the Army of the Potomac. But it also had the effect of confounding Lee's plans that day. [Jim Hessler on Sickles' thinking] It was nearly one in the afternoon when Longstreet's Corps began its march to the south. During the march, fears of having been discovered by a signal station on Little Round Top led him to order a countermarch to remain concealed. [Jim Hessler on Countermarch] This countermarch had eaten up precious time, and by the time Longstreet's men were in position, they discovered that the Union Army had changed its position since Lee conceived the plans. Instead of finding nothing on the Emmitsburg Road, Longstreet found the entire Third Corps blocking his attack path. This unexpected turn of events forced Longstreet to modify the plan and position of his troops on the spot. [read the following, but you probably won't need it] Longstreet determined to attack with the division of John Bell Hood first, finding and attacking the new Federal left flank. When that attack developed, McLaws' Division was to crash through whatever was in its front. Longstreet's Corps' objective was still Cemetery Hill, but Sickles' new position ensured Longstreet wouldn't get there without a fight.   Around 4 in the afternoon, the Confederates launched their attack, forever immortalizing places like the otherworldly place called Devil's Den and Little Round Top. [Licensed Battlefield Guide Tracy Baer]   The pastoral landscape of Gettysburg was transformed into a battleground, with ranks of Butternut and Gray clashing among the rocks and hills. The ferocity of the fighting was such that the air was thick with the sounds of gunfire and the cries of the wounded, creating a scene of intense drama and tension.     Meade, realizing almost too late the danger the army was in, rushed reinforcements to the scene. Each new reinforcing command escalated the desperate fighting.   One Union officer in the Wheatfield remembered, "The men were firing as fast as they could load. The din was almost deafening."   By 6 in the evening, Hood's attack had stalled; Hood himself had been wounded early in the fighting.  That was when Longstreet ordered McLaws forward.    Barksdale's brigade of Mississippians crashed through the Union position at the Peach Orchard at the intersection of the Emmitsburg and Millerstown Roads, plunging the Union defense into a chaotic and intense struggle for survival, a scene that was both overwhelming and terrifying.    [Licensed Battlefield Guide Ralph Siegel]   The Confederate attacks, cascading from South to North, shattered the Third Corps. Longstreet's Corps fought fiercely, pursuing the remnants of the Federal commands. AP Hill's Corps joined the attack over the Codori Farm, including one small brigade from Florida.   [LBG Paul Bailey] Wright's brigade briefly broke through the Second Corps line near a copse of trees on Cemetery Ridge.     In previous battles, a situation like this might have unnerved the Army of the Potomac, leading to a defeat. But this time, the soldiers stood their ground, their determination and courage preventing a potential disaster.   [Licensed Battlefield Guide Mike Rupert]   Timely reinforcements, brave counterattacks from the Pennsylvania Reserves, and men from Maine, Minnesota, New York, and Vermont would stem the Confederate tide as darkness fell across the battlefield.    Longstreet would claim that it was the best three hours of fighting that his men had experienced during the war. They had captured some ground and, in the process, had badly mauled elements of three Union Corps. The Third Corps alone would suffer over 4,000 casualties-- some 40%--  including the wounding of their commander, Dan Sickles.  The Federals could also rightly claim this was their "best three hours of fighting." They had fought desperately and had not yielded. The shank of the Fish Hook line had held.   Though daylight began to wane, the fighting had not, and one New York brigade was about to fight for its life. To bolster the Union left, George Meade had ordered the entire Twelfth Corps to abandon its position on Culp's Hill. But he was soon convinced to allow one brigade to remain. That brigade was that of 62-year-old Brigadier General George Sears Greene.   As darkness descended, Confederate Second Corps commander Richard Ewell decided to turn the demonstration into an attack.   [Chas Fennel on Greene's Brigade]   [RECORD ALL CULP'S HILL STUFF, BUT IT PROBABLY WON'T BE NEEDED IN THE EDIT] Confederates would attack Culp's Hill and East Cemetery Hill, sometimes using the muzzle flashes to locate their target.    On Culp's Hill, a Union brigade of New Yorkers under the command of 62-year-old George Sears Greene would be successful in repulsing or halting an entire Confederate division. Greene's little brigade was not enough to cover the whole of the position, and the Confederates did capture some fortifications, but timely reinforcements and the tenacity of Greene's men staved off disaster.   At East Cemetery Hill, Louisianans and North Carolinians would brave the incline of the hill and almost make it to the Baltimore Pike before the timely arrival of the Gibraltar Brigade from the 2nd Corps, featuring the 7th West Virginia which, as legend has it, had attached a star "borrowed" from the colors of another regiment to its flag to represent the recently inducted state, pushed back the vaunted Louisiana Tigers. Here again, on this side of the field, the Confederates had some success. However, the tenacity of the Union defenders and the oncoming darkness meant the Union position had bent but was far from broken. [Jessie Wheedleton]   General Meade called a Council of War for that night. Corps commanders arrived at his headquarters even as they could hear the dying din of battle in the distant darkness.   Meade had received information from his Bureau of Military Information that, up to this point, they had engaged all of Lee's Army except for Pickett's Division. The Army of the Potomac had been bloodied that day, but fresh soldiers from the 6th Corps had arrived after a forced march of over 30 miles that day.   In a room of the Lydia Leister House, Meade asked the opinion of his subordinates on what they should do next. The Union commanders decided that they would stay and fight.    General Lee did not call a similar Council of War. Instead, in his official report, he claimed the plan for the next day remained unchanged, and the attack would renew on the flanks of the Union Army.   July 2, 1863, was a costly day. In intense fighting, both armies combined would sustain over 21,000 casualties. As a point of comparison, The Battle of Antietam, the bloodiest day in American military history, had 23,000 casualties. And still, some of the more dramatic scenes of the war were yet to come.

Lindsay and Madison discuss Daniel Sickles, as well as how to get away with murder, that your sins can be forgiven if you fight for the winning side, and how to get with all the ladies (even if you really, REALLY shouldn't). Information pulled from the following sources: 2022 Bowery Boys History article by Greg Young 2022 Library of Congress blog post by Heather Thomas 2018 Washington Post article by Robert Mitchell 2013 Boundary Stones article by Ariel Veroske 1859 United States v. Sickles American Battlefield Trust Encyclopedia Find a Grave Historical Society of the District of Columbia Circuit Wikipedia (1) (2) Go check out our friends Nicole and Tessa over at the Doom Generation podcast. Send us your listener questions to bit.ly/AskYOC. Become a member on Buy Me A Coffee for as little as $1/month to support the show.  Get your groceries and essentials delivered in as fast as 1 hour via Instacart. Free delivery on your first 3 orders. Min $10 per order. Terms apply. You can write to us at: Ye Olde Crime Podcast, PO Box 341, Wyoming, MN 55092. Join the conversation over at the Cultiv8 Discord and join the Olde Crimers Cubby to chat with us and other listeners of the show. Leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Spotify, Podcast Addict, Audible, or Goodpods! Don't forget to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Excuse Me History is back with a new addendum to "The Gettysburg Campaign." In this mini-series "Meade on Trial", we'll discuss the 1864 hearings held by the United States Congressional Joint Committee on the Conduct of the War. The Joint Committee, led by the Radical Republican Senators Benjamin Wade and Zachariah Chandler, sought answers as to why the Army of the Potomac failed to destroy the Army of Northern Virginia at Gettysburg or along the banks of the Potomac River. The Committee convened in the late winter and early spring of 1864 to investigate the actions of the army during the Gettysburg campaign and General George Meade in particular. Their goal was to remove Meade from command and replace him with a more radically minded general, ideally Joseph Hooker. In this first episode we'll discuss the formation and purpose of the Joint Committee, the Radical Republican plan for the war, and the first two witness testimonies: Daniel Sickles and Abner Doubleday.

In 1876 in Pickens County, Georgia, ladies were expected to marry as soon as possible to avoid becoming spinsters. So when Bob Southern chooses Kate Hamrick over Narcissa Fowler, a rivalry fueled by gossip and jealousy erupts in the small town, leaving one woman dead and another on the run. Tune in to hear what led up to that fateful day and the arguments that begged for a killer to go free.Tea of the Day: Rishi Turmeric GingerTheme Music by Brad FrankSources:Deadly Woman: Season 9 Episode 12The Sad Case of Kate Southernhttps://babel.hathitrust.org/cgi/pt?id=mdp.69015000005450&seq=6http://www.murderbygaslight.com/2022/08/mrs-southerns-sad-case.htmlThe Indiana State Sentinel - 12 Jun 1878, Wed · Page 6 https://www.newspapers.com/image/174373634/Choctaw County News - 18 Jul 1878, Thu · Page 1 https://www.newspapers.com/image/319518967/The Des Moines Register - 25 May 1878, Sat · Page 4 https://www.newspapers.com/image/127680727/Bolivar Bulletin - 27 Jun 1878, Thu · Page 4 https://www.newspapers.com/image/70784354/Memphis Daily Appeal - 26 May 1878, Sun · Page 2 https://www.newspapers.com/image/167992261/The Morristown Gazette - 05 Jun 1878, Wed · Page 1 https://www.newspapers.com/image/586425650/The Morristown Gazette - 20 Oct 1886, Wed · Page 1 https://www.newspapers.com/image/586201026/Omaha Daily Bee - 06 Feb 1882, Mon · Page 7 https://www.newspapers.com/image/738516589/Savannah Morning News - 21 Jan 1882, Sat · Page 1 https://www.newspapers.com/image/830438893/Georgia Weekly Telegraph, Journal and Messenger - 28 May 1878, Tue · Page 4https://www.newspapers.com/image/823254301/The Atlanta Constitution - 10 Feb 1878, Sun · Page 3 https://www.newspapers.com/image/26814025/The Southern Signal - 01 Mar 1878, Fri · Page 4 https://www.newspapers.com/image/356107805/The Kansas City Times - 25 May 1878, Sat · Page 2 https://www.newspapers.com/image/649360340/Boston Post - 07 May 1878, Tue · Page 2 https://www.newspapers.com/image/71795556/https://www.history.com/topics/american-civil-war/daniel-sickleshttps://blogs.loc.gov/headlinesandheroes/2022/09/murder-in-lafayette-square/https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/14710052/katherine-southernhttps://www.findagrave.com/memorial/14565257/narcissus-a_m-cowart

Part 2 - Matt jumps into heavy excerpts from soldiers of the Civil War.  Derek somehow takes us from a super heavy conversation to the Brady Bunch and Jesse James.  We get back on track where Matt takes us from the months and days leading up to the Battle of Gettysburg, and then breaks down the battle that took place on July 1-3 of 1863.  There is a quick discussion of Daniel Sickles and where his leg is today. Matt Callery:Growing up in New Jersey, Matt's fascination with history began at a very young age. Family trips to historic sites often included Civil War locations, with Gettysburg being a favorite. Over the years, Matt developed considerable skills in video and audio production. A fan of Howard Stern, Matt's early efforts were to create material for his own podcast centered on pop culture topics. Having visited Gettysburg in his childhood, he later moved there, and went to work leading battlefield bicycle tours. Sometime later, he returned to New Jersey but it didn't take long for him to feel something drawing him back to Pennsylvania. So, he came back to make Gettysburg his home. A lifelong friend and fellow “history nerd” encouraged Matt to combine his love of history with his talents in studio production to create a podcast about Gettysburg. And so in 2019, with raw enthusiasm, a knack for making interesting conversation, and a makeshift studio, Matt launched the Addressing Gettysburg podcast. He'll be the first to tell you that it has been a team effort and that he's grateful for the support of many wonderful people along the way.Addressing Gettysburg:History is not boring!That is our mantra. Our goal is to bring the historic reality of the Battle of Gettysburg and the experiences of the soldiers and civilians to the masses in a comprehensive, immersive and entertaining way. We think this is the most compelling and important chapter of American history, and we want to show you why. Website:  Addressing Gettysburg | Gettysburg PA Podcast, Blog and Gettysburg LIVE!Instagram:  Addressing Gettysburg (@addressinggettysburg) • Instagram photos and videosYouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@addressinggettysburg***Please note all opinions expressed on The Three Guys Podcast do not represent any Group, Company or Organization***Episode Produced by The Three Guys ProductionsInstagram: The Three Guys Podcast (@the_three_guys_podcast_) • Instagram photos and videosTwitter: The Three Guys Podcast (@TheThreeGuysPo1) / TwitterYouTube: Three Guys Podcast - YouTubeLinkedIn the-three-guys-podcastDerek: Derek DePetrillo (@derekd0518) • Instagram photos and videosBrian: Brian Nazarian (@the_real_brian_nazarian) • Instagram photos and videosBrett: Brett J. DePetrillo (@78brettzky

Part 2 - Matt jumps into heavy excerpts from soldiers of the Civil War.  Derek somehow takes us from a super heavy conversation to the Brady Bunch and Jesse James.  We get back on track where Matt takes us from the months and days leading up to the Battle of Gettysburg, and then breaks down the battle that took place on July 1-3 of 1863.  There is a quick discussion of Daniel Sickles and where his leg is today. Matt Callery:Growing up in New Jersey, Matt's fascination with history began at a very young age. Family trips to historic sites often included Civil War locations, with Gettysburg being a favorite. Over the years, Matt developed considerable skills in video and audio production. A fan of Howard Stern, Matt's early efforts were to create material for his own podcast centered on pop culture topics. Having visited Gettysburg in his childhood, he later moved there, and went to work leading battlefield bicycle tours. Sometime later, he returned to New Jersey but it didn't take long for him to feel something drawing him back to Pennsylvania. So, he came back to make Gettysburg his home. A lifelong friend and fellow “history nerd” encouraged Matt to combine his love of history with his talents in studio production to create a podcast about Gettysburg. And so in 2019, with raw enthusiasm, a knack for making interesting conversation, and a makeshift studio, Matt launched the Addressing Gettysburg podcast. He'll be the first to tell you that it has been a team effort and that he's grateful for the support of many wonderful people along the way.Addressing Gettysburg:History is not boring!That is our mantra. Our goal is to bring the historic reality of the Battle of Gettysburg and the experiences of the soldiers and civilians to the masses in a comprehensive, immersive and entertaining way. We think this is the most compelling and important chapter of American history, and we want to show you why. Website:  Addressing Gettysburg | Gettysburg PA Podcast, Blog and Gettysburg LIVE!Instagram:  Addressing Gettysburg (@addressinggettysburg) • Instagram photos and videosYouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@addressinggettysburg***Please note all opinions expressed on The Three Guys Podcast do not represent any Group, Company or Organization***Episode Produced by The Three Guys ProductionsInstagram: The Three Guys Podcast (@the_three_guys_podcast_) • Instagram photos and videosTwitter: The Three Guys Podcast (@TheThreeGuysPo1) / TwitterYouTube: Three Guys Podcast - YouTubeLinkedIn the-three-guys-podcastDerek: Derek DePetrillo (@derekd0518) • Instagram photos and videosBrian: Brian Nazarian (@the_real_brian_nazarian) • Instagram photos and videosBrett: Brett J. DePetrillo (@78brettzky

LBG Lewis Trott and LTG (Licensed Town Guide) Rosanne Zajko join us from Brooke Avenue in GNMP to discuss the action on the battlefield & in the town on July 2, 1863.   (From the Library of Congress): "On July 2, 1863, the lines of the Battle of Gettysburg, now in its second day, were drawn in two sweeping parallel arcs. The Confederate and Union armies faced each other a mile apart. The Union forces extending along Cemetery Ridge to Culp's Hill, formed the shape of a fish-hook, and the Confederate forces were spread along Seminary Ridge..." Read more here   This episode is brought to you without commercial interruption by TR Historical .  Help keep the show going and growing by becoming a Patron. Patrons get up to 4 episodes a month (depending on tier), discounts on ticketed events, early access to specials and more! Go to www.patreon.com/addressinggettysburg to join the community today! We thank you in advance

On 26th April 1859 Congressman Daniel Sickles' claimed the dubious honour of becoming the first person in US history to successfully escape a murder charge using the insanity defence, even though pretty much nobody thought he was insane. Sickles freely admitted that he had shot and killed US District Attorney Philip Barton Key near Lafayette Park in Washington D.C. following his wife's confession the previous day of her protracted affair with Key. But as it turned out, Sickles' enormous popularity proved a great asset in court, and the jury needed only 70 minutes to deliberate before returning their verdict that Sickles was not guilty on the grounds of temporary insanity. In this episode, Arion, Rebecca and Olly explain why Sickles' crack team of lawyers brought up Shakespeare's Othello in court; marvel at how an enterprising theatre managed to stage a play depicting Sickles' trial just a week after the case finished; and discuss why every Civil War general except Sickles was commemorated with a statue at Gettysburg… Further Reading: • ‘Temporarily insane': A congressman, a sensational killing and a new legal defense' (The Washington Post, 2018): https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/retropolis/wp/2018/03/02/temporarily-insane-a-congressman-a-sensational-killing-and-a-new-legal-defense/  • ‘How Congressman Daniel Sickles Admitted To Killing His Wife's Lover And Got Away With It' (All That's Interesting, 2020): https://allthatsinteresting.com/dan-sickles  • ‘Daniel Sickles' Temporary Insanity' (The History Guy, 2019): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LVQkpTxGtwA  #1800s #US #Crime Love the show? Join 

A mediados del siglo XIX, Estados Unidos contaba entre su gobierno con un verdadero canalla, el congresista, soldado y diplomático Daniel Sickles, un condecorado general de la guerra civil estadounidense que asesinó al amante de su mujer frente a la Casa Blanca. Sickles también destaca por estar rodeado en su vida política por mujeres que se dedicaban a los servicios sexuales.  Síguenos y visita nuestro sitio oficial:instagram.com/eldolloptwitter.com/eldollopfacebook.com/eldolloppodcasteldollop.com/ 

A mediados del siglo XIX, Estados Unidos contaba entre su gobierno con un verdadero canalla, el congresista, soldado y diplomático Daniel Sickles, un condecorado general de la guerra civil estadounidense que asesinó al amante de su mujer frente a la Casa Blanca. Sickles también destaca por estar rodeado en su vida política por mujeres que se dedicaban a los servicios sexuales.  Síguenos y visita nuestro sitio oficial:instagram.com/eldolloptwitter.com/eldollopfacebook.com/eldolloppodcasteldollop.com/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tina and Hillary cover US House Representative Daniel Sickles and Judge Samuel B. Kent. Tina's Story Daniel Sickles, known for his intellect and friendship with James Buchanan, made a name for himself in politics. BUT it's his wife's infidelity that leads to a crime of passion and a newfound defense plea. Hillary's Story Federal judge Samuel B. Kent was well respected since his appointment to the bench in 1990, BUT when he made unwanted advances to staff members, he faced impeachment. 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Casey: Judge Kent soap opera goes beyond guilty plea (https://www.chron.com/news/casey/article/Casey-Judge-Kent-soap-opera-goes-beyond-guilty-1748486.php)--by Rick Casey Disgraced ex-judge Kent out of prison, confined to cabin (https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/Disgraced-ex-judge-Kent-out-of-prison-confined-2079070.php)--by Lise Olsen Judge Kent's impeachment came fast and furious (https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/Judge-Kent-s-impeachment-came-fast-and-furious-1729616.php)--by Stewart Powell CNN Victims allege years of sexual misconduct by federal judge (https://www.cnn.com/2009/POLITICS/06/03/judge.impeachment/index.html)--by Tom Cohen Congress H. Rept. 111-159 - IMPEACHMENT OF JUDGE SAMUEL B. KENT (https://www.congress.gov/congressional-report/111th-congress/house-report/159/1) Constitutional Law Reporter JUDGE SAMUEL B KENT AVOIDED IMPEACHMENT BY RESIGNING (https://constitutionallawreporter.com/2017/06/28/samuel-b-kent-impeachment/) Library of Congress Federal Impeachment (https://guides.loc.gov/federal-impeachment/samuel-kent) New York Times Judge Sentenced to Prison for Lying About Harassment (https://www.nytimes.com/2009/05/12/us/12judge.html)--by James C. McKinlye, Jr. Southeast Texas Record 5th Circuit denies Kent's disability status, recommends impeachment (https://setexasrecord.com/stories/510611111-5th-circuit-denies-kent-s-disability-status-recommends-impeachment)--by Marilyn Tennissen US Department of Justice U.S. District Court Judge Sentenced to 33 Months in Prison for Obstruction of Justice (https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/us-district-court-judge-sentenced-33-months-prison-obstruction-justice) Wikipedia Samuel B. Kent (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samuel_B._Kent) Photos Judge Samuel B. Kent (https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/79/KentSamuel.jpg)--from US Distict of the Southern District of Texas via public domain Samuel Kent and his wife outside courthouse (https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/Former-federal-judge-Kent-calls-prison-unfair-1718673.php)--by Mayra Beltran via the Houston Chronicle Cathy McBroom and Donna Wilkerson (https://minio.la.utexas.edu/colaweb-prod/news_images/0/3452/register_here_for_the_conference_on_sexual_harassment_-_wednesday_march_23_2011.jpeg)--via The University of Texas at Austin Center for Women's & Gender Studies

You may have heard about the messy, chaotic and truly horrible presidential election of 1876 -- pitting Democrat Samuel Tilden and Republican Rutherford B Hayes -- but did you know that New York City plays a huge role in this moment in American history?Tilden, the governor of New York, was a political superstar, a reformer famous for taking down Boss Tweed and the corrupt machinations of Tammany Hall. From his home in Gramercy Park, the extremely wealthy governor could kept himself updated on the election by a personal telegraph line.In a way, the presidential election came to him -- or at least to his neighborhood. The Democratic national headquarters sat only a few blocks south, while the Republican national headquarters made the Fifth Avenue Hotel (off Madison Square) its home.All this would have made the 1876 national election somewhat unusual already -- New York City seemed to be at the center of it -- but the strange series of events spawned by a most contentious Election Day would send the entire country into pandemonium.Not only was democracy itself on the line, but the fate of Reconstruction was also at stake. As were the rights of thousands of Black Southerners.How did shadowy events which occurred at the Fifth Avenue Hotel in the early morning hours of November 8, 1876, change the course of American history? How did a flurry of telegrams and months of political chicanery cause an end to the country's post-Civil War ambitions?FEATURING: A visit to Tilden's mansion on Gramercy Park, now the home of the National Arts Club!PLUS: How was Daniel Sickles involved here? RECOMMENDED LISTENINGRECOMMENDED READING

This week on Horrible History, we're covering two tales of privileged white men with a ton of bravado and negligence! First, Rachel heads to Washington D.C. to talk about Daniel Sickles, the first person to be acquitted of murder due to temporary insanity. Then, Emily heads to Vernon, New Jersey to share the crazy story of Action Park - America's most dangerous amusement/water park. Plus, don't miss the beginning of Rachel's story where she shares some "fun" facts about the Civil War!Hopefully, you're horrified. Trigger Warning: graphic violence Sources: Class Action Park, documentaryWomen History BlogWashington PostHistory.comBattlefieldsHistory.comWikipedia - Daniel SicklesWikipedia - WhistIron BrigaderSupport the show

Our buddy, LBG Mike Rupert, joins us on the Rose Farm to talk about the fighting on July 2, 1863. We cover Longstreet's Assault on the Union left and a little bit of the fighting on Culp's Hill during the Battle of Gettysburg.  GettysBike Tours is celebrated it's 18th year on June 30 and they appreciate your listening to Addressing Gettysburg. As a reward, you can get 15% off your tour when you call 717-752-7752 to book a tour today. (Discount does not apply to rentals-only.)

* The first person in the U.S. to use the “temporary insanity” defense was Daniel Sickles — a Union general, senator and congressman — after murdering the son of Francis Scott Key, composer of “The Star- Spangled Banner,” who was having an affair with Sickles' wife. Sickles was acquitted. August * According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Super Bowl Sunday is the 2, second-highest day of food 2021 consumption in America, second only to Thanksgiving. * A 45-year-old Bosnian man named Amir Vehabovic faked his death in 2007 because he wanted to see who would attend his funeral and...Article Link

Everything has to start somewhere, right? And it was Dan Sickles who first claimed temporary insanity as a defense for murder. Of course, he was Congressman at the time he shot and killed his wife's lover, Philip Barton Key II, in broad daylight in Manhattan's Lafayette Square. And of course he was celebrated as a hero for "saving" women from such a rogue. But that's hardly the only scandal that attached itself to Sickles' name. Tune in as Kasey walks us through his messy career, from public murder (and acquittal!) to the Battle of Gettysburg to burial in Arlington cemetery. Watch every episode on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/shockingluridtawdry Logo: Jessica Balaschak Music: Caveman of Los Angeles by Party Store Music --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/american-scandals/support

Joe, Matt, and Bobby are back at it again. The Boys defend Jeff Foxworthy, Chris Benoit, and read the prayer of Saint Joseph. Joe makes a point about trans swimmers and the age of consent, Matt tells the story of how he lost his virginity, and Bobby is a sheriff who's a terrible baseball player. Plus the story of Civil War veteran, Daniel Sickles... this episode has it all!

After killing US District Attorney Barton and getting off on the first-ever use of a temporary insanity defense, Dan Sickles keeps up the shenanigans for the rest of his life, becoming one of the most senior politically appointed generals in the Union, one of the most controversial figures of the battle of Gettysburg, military governor after the war, and a US ambassador. He also managed to get fired nearly every step of the way, too.This week's Ghost of Arlington is:Army Major General Daniel Sickles (Section 3, Grave 1908) As always, a very special thanks to Mountain Up Cap Company for its continued help to spread the word about the podcast on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/MountainUpCapCompany Climb to Glory!For more information about the podcast visit: ·       The GoA website: https://www.ghostsofarlingtonpodcast.com    ·       Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ghostsofarlingtonpodcast·       Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArlingtonGhosts·       Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghostsofarlington/

Dan Sickles might be best known as the US Representative from New York who shot and killed the unarmed US District Attorney Philip Barton Key in Lafayette Square. The murder of the son of Star-Spangled Banner author Francis Scott Key just steps from the White House drew the attention of the entire nation and was the first trial watched nationwide with real-time updates thanks to the telegraph.Sickles admitted to killing key and several people saw the murder take place in broad daylight, so how did his legal dream team get him acquitted? Listen to part I of the Dan Sickles story to find out. You'll also get to hear about the time he presented an American brothel owner, who happened to be his plus one, to Queen Victoria at a royal reception in London and the time he had an affair with his future mother-in-law while his future wife was an infant. And yes, you read that last sentence correctly. This mad lad lead such a crazy life that we're going to have to wait until next week to talk about how he became the highest-ranking non-West Pointer of the Army of the Potomac, his absolutely terrible decision-making skills at the Battle of Gettysburg, his affair with the Queen of Spain, and which museum has his leg bones on display. We'll also mention where in Arlington he is buried next week as well.As always, a very special thanks to Mountain Up Cap Company for its continued help to spread the word about the podcast on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/MountainUpCapCompany Climb to Glory!For more information about the podcast visit: ·       The GoA website: https://www.ghostsofarlingtonpodcast.com    ·       Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ghostsofarlingtonpodcast·       Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArlingtonGhostsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ghostsofarlington/ 

The History Guy Podcast Features two stories of true crime and the trials they produced. First is the story of Daniel Sickles - unscrupulous politician, infamous for his actions at the battle of Gettysburg, and who murdered a man in broad daylight in sight of the white house. Next is the Manhattan Well Murder, the unsolved murder of Gulielma sands, and how a soon-to-be Vice President Aaron Burr, Former treasury secretary Alexander Hamilton, and future Supreme court justice Brockholst Livingston argued the defense in the trial of the century. https://www.magellantv.com/ (MagellanTV) - a brand-new streaming service that features the very best collection of historical documentaries available anywhere. The service includes over 3,000 documentary movies, series, and exclusive playlists across the major genres, with particular depth in Ancient History, Modern History, War and Military. Check out their curated https://www.magellantv.com/explore/history (history playlist), designed with you in mind. Claim your free month trial at: https://try.magellantv.com/historyguy (https://try.magellantv.com/historyguy) Support this podcast

“He’s so fun to talk about. I think he’s kind of perfect for April Fools because the story is just so over the top and ridiculous.” We have something special for April Fools, a scandal for the ages, full of murder, sex, intrigue and the US Congress! We are talking about the scandalous life of Dan Sickles. Daniel Sickles was a bad husband, a murderer, and a questionable member of Congress. Join us as we discuss his many delicious and often hilarious exploits. Comments or Questions? Or have an idea for future episodes - #pitchtothepod? Email us tourguidetellall@gmail.com Support Tour Guide Tell All: • Want to send a one off donation to support the podcast team? We have a venmo @tourguide-tellall • Check out our STORE for Tour Guide Tell All podcast paraphernalia from tote bags to stickers - https://tour-guide-tell-all.myshopify.com/ • Become a Patron for bonus episodes and early release: https://www.patreon.com/tourguidetellall   If you’re interested in more information, we found these sources helpful: American Scoundrel: The Life of the Notorious Civil War General Dan Sickles by Thomas Keneally Info about the death of Key and the Trial of Sickles:  Sickles at Gettysburg  The Army Medical Museum exhibit about Sickles leg  Find Sickles Grave at Arlington National Cemetery   You’re Listening To: Rebecca Fachner and Rebecca Grawl The Person Responsible for it Sounding Good: Dan King Technical & Admin Work Done During Toddler Naptime: Canden Arciniega Intro/Outro Music: Well-Seasoned from Audio Hero                

1973 American Indian Movement takes a knee; 1859 Daniel Sickles kills Daniel Keys; 1902 Happy birthday John Steinbeck; 2010 First monster truck backflip

In 1859, two of Washington, D.C.'s highest-profile men were in love with the same woman -- and that love triangle would lead to the broad-daylight shooting of one of them just a stone's throw from the White House. The victim had been the first-born son of Francis Scott Key, author of the lyrics to America's national anthem. And his killer would be the first in the country to argue a defense of temporary insanity. "Crimes of the Centuries (https://www.centuriespod.com/) " is a new podcast from the Obsessed Network (https://www.obsessednetwork.com/) exploring forgotten crimes from times past that made a mark and helped change history. Follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/centuriespod/) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/centuriespod) : @centuriespod Episode Sponsors: The Initial Insult (https://www.epicreads.com/books/9780062982421/the-initial-insult/) : The new novel by Mindy McGinnis is available wherever books and audiobooks are sold. ThredUp (https://www.thredup.com/COTC) : Go to www.thredup.com/COTC for 30% off your first order! PrettyLitter (https://www.prettylitter.com) : Use promo code COTC for 20% off your first order at www.prettylitter.com! Hairstory (https://www.hairstory.com/) : Use promo code COTC to get 15% off your first purchase at www.hairstory.com!

It’s February 28th. This day in 1859 (February 27th, actually) a New York representative named Daniel Sickles shot and killed Phillip Barton Key, the son of Francis Scott Key, in a dispute over an affair that Key was reportedly having with Sickles’s wife. Jody, Niki, Kellie and special guest Wright Thompson discuss the shooting in broad daylight, and the many twists and turns of Daniel Sickles’s life. Wright’s latest book is “Pappyland,” his TV show is TrueSouth, and his podcast series is called “Bloodlines.” Check out all his work! Find a transcript of this episode at: https://tinyurl.com/esoterichistory This Day In Esoteric Political History is a proud member of Radiotopia from PRX. If you want to support the show directly, you can do so on our website: ThisDayPod.com Get in touch if you have any ideas for future topics, or just want to say hello. Our website is thisdaypod.com Follow us on social @thisdaypod

Daniel Sickles was a real pill. For a time, the wealthy New Yorker was famous for his philandering -- and then he became famous for not only murdering a man in broad daylight... but getting away with it by pleading temporary insanity. Learn more about this American scoundrel in part one of this two-part series. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

This week, we tackle a topic we've yet to address much in the past: politics. Before we get into that, we discuss a Florida man that went to extreme measures to escape police after stealing steak. Mindy then talks about American politician Daniel Sickles, who was involved in numerous scandals that included a public murder. Josh then spends some time on the highly discredited and destructive cult called QAnon and their ties to Donald Trump.

Today we'll be talking about Daniel Sickles. Corrupt politician, American hero, cuckold, and god awful general. He truly wore many hats back in his day. And boy did he love partying and whoring his way through life. He truly did some awesome shit. Then followed it up with some real obnoxious shit, then thought that he could become a general. Which technically yea, he did do. But he was also responsible for one of the greatest fuck ups of the Civil War, and got semi-snubbed (deservedly) for it. Enjoy!

It's taken 2 years, but we've finally hit our midlife crisis: we are adult men talking about the American Civil War. Part one covers the early life of Daniel Sickles, the time he introduced a prostitute to the English Monarchy, and the lessons he learns from letting his wife be escorted to Washington DCs hottest parties by Washington DC's hottest dude. email us at trrpod@gmail.com Follow us on twitter! @podcastTRR Follow us on instagram! @trrpod Find us on facebook! Music provided by The Bloody Seamen "Lop It Off" from Sail Hatin' "Red Sky" from Ahoy Motherfuckers www.thebloodyseamen.bandcamp.com/

This week we talk about Daniel Sickles. He was a very wealthy man who had his hands in many fields of the government. Being apart if the government made him travel around the world leaving his family behind. Tune in to hear what exactly happened to Danike Sickles and if being in a spot of power gave him any special treatment.

This episode is the second part of the story of Daniel Sickle, a very unusual man that lived in the ninetieth century. Dan was disgraced for forgiving his wife for having an affair, so he thought the best thing to do was be a General in the American Civil War! This story is only one of many adventures of the man called an American Scoundrel.

This episode is the first part of the story of Daniel Sickle, a very unusual man that lived in the ninetieth century. In 1859 he shot and killed a man in front of the White House in Washington DC in front of several witnesses and got away with it. And it was only one of many adventures of the man called an American Scoundrel.

Licensed Battlefield Guides Eric and Jim continue their look at the murder and trial that shocked a nation in 1859. In this episode, they cover the death of Barton Key at the hands of Congressman Daniel Sickles, one of the most covered trials in the 19th century, and the fall out for those involved. They also fast forward to July 2, 1863, and discuss what can be learned from the Key incident in 1859 that might give insight into the decisions that Major General Daniel Sickles made at Gettysburg. The Battle of Gettysburg Podcast is hosted by Historians and Gettysburg Licensed Battlefield Guides James Hessler and Eric Lindblade. You can find The Battle of Gettysburg Podcast on social media at the following: Facebook: The Battle of Gettysburg Podcast Twitter: @gettysburgpod  Instagram: @thebattleofgettysburgpodcast Email: gettysburgpodcast@gmail.com

With Valentines Day near Licensed Battlefield Guides Eric and Jim wanted to share a special story of love with their Super Fans. Of course, that story is the infamous 1859 murder of Barton Key at the hands of Congressman Daniel Sickles over the illicit affair Key was having with Dan's wife Teresa. Part One covers the background of Sickles before the murder, his relationship with Teresa, the affair with Key, and so much more! The Battle of Gettysburg Podcast is hosted by Historians and Gettysburg Licensed Battlefield Guides James Hessler and Eric Lindblade. You can find The Battle of Gettysburg Podcast on social media at the following: Facebook: The Battle of Gettysburg Podcast Twitter: @gettysburgpod Instagram: @thebattleofgettysburgpodcast Email: gettysburgpodcast@gmail.com

Two years before the Civil War, Congressman Daniel Sickles and his lovely wife Teresa were popular fixtures in Washington, D.C. society. Their house sat on Lafayette Square across from White House grounds, and the president himself was godfather to the Sickleses’ six-year-old daughter. Because Congressman Sickles is frequently out of town, he trusted his friend, U.S. Attorney Philip Barton Key—son of Francis Scott Key—to escort the beautiful Mrs. Sickles to parties in his absence. Revelers in D.C. were accustomed to the sight of the congressman’s wife with the tall, Apollo-like Philip Barton Key.Then one day Daniel Sickles received an anonymous note suggesting his wife's infidelity. It sets into motion a tragic course of events that culminated in a shocking murder in broad daylight in Lafayette Square.Today's guest is Chris DeRose, author of the book Star Spangled Scandal, about the biggest media sensation in Civil War America. The press couldn't get enough of the trial, which had a play based on the events hit the stage as the trial was in progress. The trial introduced the concepts of the insanity defense, challenged ideas of chivalry and masculinity, and ensconced ideas of an unwritten law, where “honor crimes” were tolerated by judges for nearly a century after the trial.

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On July 2, 1863, Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee ordered skeptical subordinate Lt. Gen. James Longstreet to launch a massive assault against the Union left flank. The offensive was intended to seize the Peach Orchard and surrounding ground along the Emmitsburg Road for use as an artillery position to support the ongoing attack. However, Union Maj. Gen. Daniel Sickles, a scheming former congressman from New York, misinterpreted his orders and occupied the orchard first. What followed was some of Gettysburg’s bloodiest and most controversial fighting. General Sickles’s questionable advance forced Longstreet’s artillery and infantry to fight for every inch of ground to Cemetery Ridge. The Confederate attack crushed the Peach Orchard salient and other parts of the Union line, threatening the left flank of Maj. Gen. George Meade’s army. The command decisions made in and around the Sherfy property influenced actions on every part of the battlefield. The occupation of the high ground at the Peach Orchard helped General Lee rationalize ordering the tragic July 3 assault known as “Pickett’s Charge.” James Hessler is a Licensed Battlefield Guide at Gettysburg. He is the award-winning author of Sickles at Gettysburg and and co-author of Pickett’s Charge at Gettysburg. He lives with his wife and family in Gettysburg. Britt Isenberg is a full-time Licensed Battlefield Guide at Gettysburg National Military Park since 2014. He has been published in several Civil War periodicals through writing and photography, and is the author of The Boys Fought Like Demons, a regimental history of the 105th Pennsylvania Infantry. Originally from Millersburg, PA, he resides with his wife and daughter near Gettysburg. Description courtesy of Savas Beatie.

On this episode we go back to the first insanity defense in the US, when a philandering politician named Daniel Sickles killed his wife’s paramour, after finding out his wife had started seeing someone else.  To support Murder Dictionary & get access to rewards, perks, & merch, please visit our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/MurderDictionaryPodcast If you’d like shirts, mugs, phone cases, & other merch, you can shop at https://murderdictionary.threadless.com/  This episode has been edited by Dimitris Kokkos. Contact him at mypodcasthero.com for all of your audio, production, & editing needs. Please rate, review, subscribe & follow us on Instagram, Facebook, & Twitter to stay updated on new episodes, true crime tidbits, & the best true crime memes. MURDER DICTIONARY LINKS:Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/murderdictionarypodcast/ Facebook : https://facebook.com/Murder-Dictionary-Podcast-1202280266480382/ Twitter : https://twitter.com/m_d_podcastiTunes : https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/murder-dictionary/id1169967004   DANIEL SICKLES LINKS:https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/retropolis/wp/2018/03/02/temporarily-insane-a-congressman-a-sensational-killing-and-a-new-legal-defense/?noredirect=on&utm_term=.bfba95580186 https://www.history.com/topics/american-civil-war/daniel-sickles https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daniel_Sickles 

A love triangle between a Congressman, his wife, and a U.S. Attorney turns violent when a mysterious letter is received.Daniel Sickles was a young Congressman from New York, who had the favor of President James Buchanan himself. To outsiders, Sickles seemed well on his way to having a lengthy career in Washington. Since moving there, he had befriended many, but none were as close to him and his wife as U.S. Attorney Philip Barton Key. Key, the son of American icon Francis Scott Key, was one of the most charming and handsome men in the region. But on the evening of February 24th, 1859, Sickles would receive a mysterious letter, alleging that Key - his trusted friend and political ally - was having an affair with his wife... Written, hosted, and produced by Micheal Whelan Special thanks to Chris DeRose, author of the book "Star Spangled Scandal," for agreeing to speak to me and for all of his assistance in making this episode happen. Please make sure to grab a copy of his book online or at your nearest bookstore. You can learn more by checking out his publisher's page at https://www.regnery.com/books/star-spangled-scandal-sex-murder-and-the-trial-that-changed-america/ Producers: Maggyjames, Ben Krokum, Roberta Janson, Quil Carter, Peggy Belarde, Matthew Brock, Laura Hannan, Astrid Kneier, Evan White, Katherine Vatalaro, Damion Moore, Amy Hampton Miller, Timothy Stratton, Scott Meesey, Steven Wilson, Sara Willemsen, Scott Patzold, Kathy Marie, Marie Vanglund, and Lori RodriguezLearn more about this podcast at http://unresolved.me/ If you would like to support this podcast and others, consider heading to https://www.patreon.com/unresolvedpod to become a Patron or ProducerMusic CreditsRest You Sleeping Giant - "Leaving For Chicago"Lee Rosevere - "Breathing"Alan Spiljak - "Harmony"Graham Bole - "Away An Wash Yer Hauns Ya Clatty Article"noiseonport - "spectre"Alan Spiljak - "Empty Days"Mystery Mammal - "Leer"Other music created & composed by Ailsa Traves

---Note from OZY-- Hi everyone, Thread team here. Thank you for listening! We fixed the error but — due to the nature of auto-download for subscribers — unfortunately, the only way to correct it on your device is to DELETE the old file from your device and RE-DOWNLOAD the new file. Thanks again! -- Francis Scott Key, the pro-slavery lawyer and amateur poet who penned “The Star-Spangled Banner” after witnessing the British bombardment of Fort McHenry 200 years ago, was famously inspired by the resilient spirit of a young nation. Forty-five years later, Key’s other notable creation, his only son, Philip Barton Key II, would experience an entirely different side of American life when he was slain in 1859 by a U.S. congressman and disgruntled cuckold named Daniel Sickles. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

“Legally Insane: Murder and Daniel Sickles” #WeirdButTrueWatch the YouTube version at https://youtu.be/Ow1JfV9_ivABy 1959, murder had already become sadly commonplace in Washington, D.C. so it was rare when a single homicide attracted much attention -- unless that homicide involved a well-known congressman, a famous composer’s son and an attempted cover-up by the president of the United States. With those elements combined, it’s no wonder that Washington society was stunned in February 1859 when they heard of a murder that occurred in wealthy Lafayette Square.BECOME A PATRON at http://www.marlarhouse.com/donateSEND A FREE GREETING CARD: https://www.sendoutcards.com/weird/ MUSIC PROVIDED BY Shadow’s Symphony. Used with permission. All rights reserved. http://www.facebook.com/shadowssymphony/ FACEBOOK GROUP: http://www.facebook.com/groups/marlarhouse ==========STORY CREDITS…https://troytaylorbooks.blogspot.com/2013/02/legally-insane-murder-daniel-sickles.html  SEND ME STUFF: Marlar House Productions PO BOX 2023 Loves Park, IL 61130 MUSIC PROVIDED BY:Shadow’s Symphony. Used with permission. All rights reserved. http://www.facebook.com/shadowssymphony/   

This week stars comedian Jerry Rocha, who has a killer new one-hour special on Netflix. Jerry joins Rich and Shefsky for the story of Daniel Sickles, a charming philanderer and carrier of several fine pistols. Daniel had it all; a wife, a fortune and friends in the White House. What he didn't have was the ability to share. This episode includes professional corpse wrestling, World Star 1776 and a retrospective of pervy pop songs.   CRiiiME is a show about lawbreakers from Rich Slaton and Jon Shefsky, taped in the dungeon at The World Famous Comedy Store. Follow us on social media @CRiiiMEPOD. Email us at crimepodcast@gmail.com (one "i" or three) 

Jeff and Dawn discuss the scandalous life and career of former Congressman and Civil War general, Daniel Sickles.

Comedians Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds examine Daniel Sickles, Civil War general and all around terrible person. SOURCES TOUR DATES REDBUBBLE MERCH

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