The term “gallows” refers to both an execution device and a suspended cage used to display the remains of executed prisoners, known as “gibbeting.” This practice was last documented in the early 1800s and is considered gruesome. Gallows were also used for hanging, but this method is less common now. Gibbeting was used as punishment […]
A gallows is a wooden frame used for executing people by hanging. It has been historically used for serious crimes and war criminals. Different types of gallows were built, some permanent and others temporary. The basic design involved a noose around the neck and a trapdoor opening to cause death. Many countries have switched to […]
Gallows humor is a coping mechanism used during times of crisis, such as the Challenger explosion. It can be self-deprecating or universal, and is used by those in stressful occupations. It originated from condemned prisoners making jokes during public hangings and has been used by soldiers and disaster survivors. While it may seem insensitive, it […]
