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08-23-2011, 07:03 PM
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Hanging of Spies
Hanging of spies the austrian way (WW1). The person in the middle is a woman. The whole setup is a bit primitive (to say the least). And their faces are covered after the hanging, not before.  ·  ·  · |
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08-23-2011, 07:14 PM
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Re: Hanging of Spies
Why the cross member on the pole? It almost looks like a crucifix. Nice photos though  |
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08-23-2011, 08:14 PM
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Re: Hanging of Spies
I'm not sure. The method is called "polehanging" and was used for executions in the old doublemonarchy of Austria-Hungary (and maybe also later - I'm not sure). The crossbeam isn't nescessary, but I guess it's there so it is easier to fasten the rope. But I'm almost sure that I've seen pics of poles without it. |
