An EXCELLENT article, Monica, and a fascinating read. While our society has become quite reluctant and averse to execute anyone these days for any reason, unfortunately, not much has changed since the Civil War era within the "Justice System" and we regularly witness average citizens wrongly accused and prosecuted when a little due diligence and honest investigation would reveal their innocence in short order.
As for Mary's son, I can understand his desire to remain free from the clutches of the Union enforcers, but I cannot understand the form of cowardice that kept him from returning to the States to do everything he could to free his mother from prison, even if it did cost him his own life in the end ... but that's just me.
Thank you, Justin. Yes, I thought the same thing about Mary's son's in escaping from being executed as well. We will never know his reasons why, or if Mary even suggested he save himself. It's obvious Mary was a soft target becsuse of her association with Booth. There was much evil within the Lincoln years and we have seen much of this played out in many past and more recent administrations. Lust for power and greed turn men into monsters.
“Mary Todd Lincoln was sometimes subject to violent outbursts of jealous temper,…” Abe Lincoln had syphilis and gave syphilis to his wife and children.
Given the history you’ve put down on paper along with other history that I’m aware of, I dare say this insistence on her being executed might can be explained by certain “hidden forces” in the form of secret societies. Are you aware that Jefferson Davis was actually captured in the company of two members of Skull & Bones — the immensely powerful secret society headquartered on Yale’s campus; that these two men were in fact his personal assistants (see: https://truthbetold.elementfx.com/articles/skillet_and_beans.jpg)? Are you aware that one of the two founders of this Malthusian secret society had taken over a boys school in New Haven in 1836 and according to some, by 1840 it had taken on the character of a military academy such that its students were now being drilled in preparation for a civil war which it was believed was inevitable — despite being two decades in advance (see: https://truthbetold.elementfx.com/events.php?page=1#id2432)? How could they have known a civil war was inevitable that far in advance unless…? Are you aware that this founder of Skull & Bones was one of the founders of the Republican party and that he was a close friend of John Brown’s (see: https://truthbetold.elementfx.com/events.php?page=2#id2431)? Finally, are you aware that, in 1884, members of this secret society collaborated with the Smithsonian Institution to establish the “gate” through which America’s official history is vetted, thereby determining what gets recorded and taught in our schools (see: https://truthbetold.elementfx.com/events.php?page=3#id536)? Why do you suppose a powerful, death-worshiping secret society like Skull & Bones would take an interest in creating this “gate” otherwise known as the American Historical Association? Might it not be in order to suppress horrific, Malthusian crimes against humanity much like those which have taken place in recent years?
A fascinating story, though horrifying in Mary Surratt’s case. I’ve read some speculation that anti-Catholic bias may have played a role in her execution, as well, and I’ll be interested to see if you explore that angle in Part 2.
I have read some speculation about the anti-bias religious aspect of her case, but I don't think it was strong enough a case. The five Catholic Church priests tried to plead her case that as a devout Catholic she couldn't possibly be guilty, but I believe her execution was eminent, and only guilty by remote association.
Yes, your statement from Genesis 9:6 establishes a foundation for human justice systems. It underscores that the taking of life is a violation so grave that it demands the most serious response from the people. But are our modern systems of justice reflective of this high biblical standard? The sixth commandment says, "You shall not murder (kill)," which reinforces this sacred boundary. But are our modern judicial systems reflective of this high standard? Are they restorative in nature, aiming to uphold the dignity even of the offender? This verse also challenges us on a personal level. How do we ensure our actions to reflect this profound respect for life?
I think the power of perception can have a significant impact when it comes to how we view guilt. In the case of Mary Surratt, I believe her case was influences by a variety of factors such as the media and the decision by a few who wanted someone to pay for the assassination of Lincoln. I also believe our personal beliefs about right and wrong can become distorted and lead us to make assumptions about guilt without considering the full contest of a situation. Because this was a historical moment in time, maybe we will never know how she was involved, or if Mary was guilty, all we can do is look at the facts and evidence, which I tried to present in an unbiased way.
An EXCELLENT article, Monica, and a fascinating read. While our society has become quite reluctant and averse to execute anyone these days for any reason, unfortunately, not much has changed since the Civil War era within the "Justice System" and we regularly witness average citizens wrongly accused and prosecuted when a little due diligence and honest investigation would reveal their innocence in short order.
As for Mary's son, I can understand his desire to remain free from the clutches of the Union enforcers, but I cannot understand the form of cowardice that kept him from returning to the States to do everything he could to free his mother from prison, even if it did cost him his own life in the end ... but that's just me.
Thank you, Justin. Yes, I thought the same thing about Mary's son's in escaping from being executed as well. We will never know his reasons why, or if Mary even suggested he save himself. It's obvious Mary was a soft target becsuse of her association with Booth. There was much evil within the Lincoln years and we have seen much of this played out in many past and more recent administrations. Lust for power and greed turn men into monsters.
“Mary Todd Lincoln was sometimes subject to violent outbursts of jealous temper,…” Abe Lincoln had syphilis and gave syphilis to his wife and children.
It would certainly justify her jealous outbursts!
‘Pox: Genius, Madness, And The Mysteries Of Syphilis’
by Dehorah Hayden
Describes Mary Todd Lincoln’s behavior as an indicator of syphilis as well as the deaths of their young children
I Booth had succeeded even 6 months earlier, the South would have won.
And both of the countries, Union and Confederate would have been much better off today.
Given the history you’ve put down on paper along with other history that I’m aware of, I dare say this insistence on her being executed might can be explained by certain “hidden forces” in the form of secret societies. Are you aware that Jefferson Davis was actually captured in the company of two members of Skull & Bones — the immensely powerful secret society headquartered on Yale’s campus; that these two men were in fact his personal assistants (see: https://truthbetold.elementfx.com/articles/skillet_and_beans.jpg)? Are you aware that one of the two founders of this Malthusian secret society had taken over a boys school in New Haven in 1836 and according to some, by 1840 it had taken on the character of a military academy such that its students were now being drilled in preparation for a civil war which it was believed was inevitable — despite being two decades in advance (see: https://truthbetold.elementfx.com/events.php?page=1#id2432)? How could they have known a civil war was inevitable that far in advance unless…? Are you aware that this founder of Skull & Bones was one of the founders of the Republican party and that he was a close friend of John Brown’s (see: https://truthbetold.elementfx.com/events.php?page=2#id2431)? Finally, are you aware that, in 1884, members of this secret society collaborated with the Smithsonian Institution to establish the “gate” through which America’s official history is vetted, thereby determining what gets recorded and taught in our schools (see: https://truthbetold.elementfx.com/events.php?page=3#id536)? Why do you suppose a powerful, death-worshiping secret society like Skull & Bones would take an interest in creating this “gate” otherwise known as the American Historical Association? Might it not be in order to suppress horrific, Malthusian crimes against humanity much like those which have taken place in recent years?
This was great food for thought, so much so that I need to explore this even further!
A great read. Well written and brought me into the story.
A fascinating story, though horrifying in Mary Surratt’s case. I’ve read some speculation that anti-Catholic bias may have played a role in her execution, as well, and I’ll be interested to see if you explore that angle in Part 2.
I have read some speculation about the anti-bias religious aspect of her case, but I don't think it was strong enough a case. The five Catholic Church priests tried to plead her case that as a devout Catholic she couldn't possibly be guilty, but I believe her execution was eminent, and only guilty by remote association.
Definitely. At worst, she may have overheard some of Booth’s plan, but that hardly means she was culpable, much less that she needed to be executed.
Any article that opens with a quote from Prejean who won’t herself take questions is questionable in and of itself. By man shall his blood be shed.
Yes, your statement from Genesis 9:6 establishes a foundation for human justice systems. It underscores that the taking of life is a violation so grave that it demands the most serious response from the people. But are our modern systems of justice reflective of this high biblical standard? The sixth commandment says, "You shall not murder (kill)," which reinforces this sacred boundary. But are our modern judicial systems reflective of this high standard? Are they restorative in nature, aiming to uphold the dignity even of the offender? This verse also challenges us on a personal level. How do we ensure our actions to reflect this profound respect for life?
Mary had it coming
I think the power of perception can have a significant impact when it comes to how we view guilt. In the case of Mary Surratt, I believe her case was influences by a variety of factors such as the media and the decision by a few who wanted someone to pay for the assassination of Lincoln. I also believe our personal beliefs about right and wrong can become distorted and lead us to make assumptions about guilt without considering the full contest of a situation. Because this was a historical moment in time, maybe we will never know how she was involved, or if Mary was guilty, all we can do is look at the facts and evidence, which I tried to present in an unbiased way.