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468. The Murder of Franz Ferdinand: The Crime (Part 4)

2024/7/10
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The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo is considered a pivotal moment in history. The day itself held multiple significances, including being the anniversary of the Battle of Kosovo, a sensitive date for Serbs, and the anniversary of Franz Ferdinand's oath of renunciation for his marriage. Despite warnings, the Archduke proceeded with his visit, demonstrating his commitment to not living under constant security.
  • June 28, 1914, held significant historical and personal meaning for those involved.
  • The visit coincided with the anniversary of the Battle of Kosovo, a sensitive date for Serbian nationalists.
  • Franz Ferdinand chose to proceed with the visit despite security concerns, wanting to project an image of stability and normalcy.

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Archduke Franz Ferdinand has arrived in Sarajevo for a military inspection, alongside his wife, Sophie, on the 28th of June 1914. Unbeknownst to them, six assassins, including Gavrilo Princip, line the route of the motorcade, from Sarajevo train station to the town hall. Having completed the inspection, the Archduke faces a first assassination attempt on the way to the town hall, as a bomb, thrown at his car by one of the conspirators, narrowly misses, wounding more than 15 people. Although clearly perturbed by the assassination attempt, Franz Ferdinand decides to continue with his day as planned, thus sealing his fate…

Join Tom and Dominic in the final instalment of our series on the murder of the Franz Ferdinand, as they delve into the finals hours of his life, and look at the series of poor decisions that would lead to Gavrilo Princip completing his mission, and going down in infamy…

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