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Reasons why hanging such a popular method of execution When there are many more effective ways of executing someone




Hanging, as anciently instituted, was very simple and effective; all it required was a rope and a tree limb, and several men to haul on the rope. No particular skill was needed by the hangman; just physical strength and the ability to tie knots. If the body was not lowered by rescuers, death was certain. And the dangling body served as a deterrent to other criminals.

Other forms of execution — beheading, archery, etc — required more skilled executioners and did not have the deterrent effect of the dangling body in full public view (a bodiless head on a gate, e.g. was not as visible as a swinging human body.)

The execution itself was also a public spectacle; because the victim was raised above the ground (as in “hang ’em high,” ) the moral lesson was more visible to crowds than e.g. a head rolling off a body at ground level.

Hanging has been a popular method of execution historically for several reasons:

Availability and Simplicity: Hanging is a relatively simple method of execution that does not require a lot of specialized equipment or training. A rope and a suitable support structure are generally all that is needed to carry out a hanging. This made it a practical and accessible method of execution, especially in times and places where resources were limited.

Public Spectacle: Executions were often carried out in public as a form of deterrence and punishment. Hanging provided a visual and dramatic spectacle that could be witnessed by a large number of people. The public nature of hangings served to intimidate onlookers and reinforce the power of the state. Cultural and

 Religious Significance: In some cultures, hanging was seen as a fitting punishment for certain crimes. It had symbolic significance in some societies, representing a form of justice or retribution that was appropriate for the crime committe

Perceived Humane Method: Compared to some other methods of execution, such as beheading or burning at the stake, hanging was sometimes viewed as a more humane way to carry out the death penalty. It was seen as a relatively quick and less painful method of execution, particularly when compared to methods that involved prolonged suffering. While there were certainly other methods of execution that could be considered more efficient or effective in terms of ensuring a swift death, the reasons mentioned above contributed to the popularity of hanging as a method of execution in many societies throughout history. Additionally, the choice of execution method often reflected cultural norms, religious beliefs, and practical considerations of the time and place in which the executions took place.

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