

Mitchel P. Roth and Mahmut Cengiz, "Murder by Mail: A Global History of the Letter Bomb" (Reaktion Books, 2024)
Aug 2, 2024
Mitchel P. Roth, a scholar of weaponized mail history, and Mahmut Cengiz, an expert in postal bombs, dive deep into the dark world of letter bombs. They recount gripping stories from the 18th century to modern terror acts, unveiling how these deadly devices evolved. The duo discusses the motivations behind infamous incidents like the suffragettes' violent tactics and the 1919 anarchist mail bomb plot. They also explore the chilling connections between bombers and serial killers, highlighting the ongoing relevance of this deadly phenomenon.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The History of Letter Bombs
01:52 • 11min
The Galianists: Anarchist Terrorism in Early 20th Century America
12:46 • 4min
Unpacking the 1919 Anarchist Mail Bomb Plot
16:20 • 2min
The Dark History of Letter Bombs
18:49 • 18min
Exploring the Enduring Legacy of Letter Bombs and Violent Behavior
36:37 • 2min