Question

The 1913 Georgia case against a Jewish man sparked fear and antisemitism in the south. Though testimonies and evidence were presented against Leo Frank, many believed the case against him was fabricated. Though he was initially found guilty, what event prevented him from serving his full sentence? A) Frank's lawyers filed an appeal, and Frank was later found innocent. B) A group from Marietta kidnapped Frank and hung him from an oak tree. C) Frank became ill with cholera, and was found dead in his cell in 1914. D) A night shift worker from the factory eventually confessed to the murder.

Answer 1

A group from Marietta kidnapped Frank and hung Leo Frank from an oak tree. The Anti-Defamation League of B'nai B'rith began in Georgia in September 1913. The group called themselves the Knights of Mary Phagan, and were from Phagan's hometown.

Answer 2

B. He was hung by protestors.