No Dumb Questions 183 - The Killing of Franz Ferdinand
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Jun 19, 2024 The podcast highlights the assassination of Franz Ferdinand and its impact on European history. It also delves into topics like European colonization, World War I, and contemporary conflict. The discussion reflects on the consequences of Princip's actions and the societal transition from monarchy to modern democracy.
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Bomb Attempt Before The Fatal Shots
- Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife Sophie toured Sarajevo with lighter-than-expected protection and faced a bomb attempt earlier in the day.
- A thrown bomb exploded under another car but the couple pressed on to official events before later being killed by Gavrilo Princip.
Wrong Turn Led To Encounter With Princip
- After a wrong turn the royal car stopped near Gavrilo Princip, who stepped forward and fired two shots.
- Both Franz Ferdinand and Sophie were struck and Sophie's death followed despite his plea for her to live for their children.
Princip's Failed Suicide And Early Death
- Gavrilo Princip was 19, swallowed cyanide that failed, and later died young of tuberculosis.
- The would-be assassin likely didn't foresee the global consequences of his act.