Louis Weichmann

[Pamela]

(07-17-2015 10:18 AM)L Verge Wrote:  I agree with Betty's assessment of how the conspirators felt about the involvement of Mrs. Surratt. Herold was probably the closest to speaking the truth, and there were lots of reporters who professed her guilt - until public shock and backlash hit AFTER the execution.

I found it interesting that Spangler refers to Mrs. Surratt's ankles being shackled, even in court. This has been a topic of debate for as long as I can remember. Consensus recently has turned towards saying that she was not shackled - at least not in court. Spangler's statements refute that.

I belive Mary's lawyer said she was not shackled. Maybe I'm wrong, but I give more weight to his statement.