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aug 1, 1624 - Execution of Richard Cornish

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What Happened: Captain Richard Cornish is hanged for the rape and sodomization of William Couse.

Who was Impacted: William Couse an indentured servant

Location of Event: On the ship Ambrose on the James River

Importance: This was the first case of someone being hanged for sodomy. This shows that sexual crimes no matter the sexuality is wrong and will be punished.

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