Episode 447: Burke & Hare Part 1
Morbid
Burke and Hare's Plan for Selling Donald's Body
Burke and Hare pride opened the lid, removed Donald's body. They hid it in a nearby bed and they stuffed things in the casket that would mimic the weight of a human being. Dr. Robert Knox was desperate for bodies so he was thrilled by this offer. He gave the men 10 shillings for Donald's corpse. This one transaction was the thing that's set into motion the awful chain of events that was going to happen after this. The deaths of at least 16 people. And one of the worst crimes in Scottish history.
00:00
Transcript
Play full episode
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
