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We the People: Cruel and Unusual Punishment

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This chapter examines the historical context of capital punishment in Utah, centering on Wallace Wilkerson's murder case and its execution methods. It highlights Brigham Young's influence on the application of blood atonement and the firing squad, raising questions about justice and morality of the time.

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