Charles Lindbergh Baby Kidnapping and Trial (Ridgewood Library)
When
12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Where
125 N Maple Ave
Ridgewood NJ 07450
Who can attend
Price
Charles Lindbergh Baby Kidnapping and Trial
Friday, May 16
12:30-2PM
Auditorium
On March 1st 1932 Charles Lindbergh Jr, the son of legendary aviator Charles Lindbergh, was kidnapped from his bedroom in East Amwell, New Jersey. More than 2 months later, the baby was found dead alongside the road near the Lindbergh home. Police eventually arrested Bruno Richard Hauptmann, a German born carpenter from New York City. Hauptmann's subsequent trial, dubbed the Trial of the Century, resulted in his conviction and execution. The crime and trial have fascinated historians for the past 90 years. Debate over his guilt and conspiracy theories abound. Guest speaker James Calaski uses his law enforcement background to examine the investigation, trial and analyze the various theories and myths surrounding this fascinating case.
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