06-26-2016, 04:12 AM
Hi Forum,
Here is the Wikipedia page about decapitation:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Decapitation
It includes:
New Guy
Here is the Wikipedia page about decapitation:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Decapitation
It includes:
Quote:If the headsman's axe or sword was sharp and his aim was precise, decapitation was quick and was presumed to be a relatively painless form of death. If the instrument was blunt or the executioner clumsy, however, multiple strokes might be required to sever the head resulting in a prolonged and more painful death. The person to be executed was therefore advised to give a gold coin to the headsman to ensure that he did his job with care.I doubt Kelly tipped Kenneth with a gold coin "to ensure that he did his job with care."
New Guy