#2: The Blood Drama in Johannishus in 1899

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A story of how friendship turned fatal, public outrage, and a grim chapter in the annals of Swedish history. The story about the harrowing events of the night between October 6 and 7, 1899, when office clerk Th. J. Sallroth brutally murdered his friend, station inspector E. E. Cederberg, in Johannishus. This shocking crime sent waves of horror throughout Sweden, capturing widespread media attention and inspiring somber ballads that echoed the tragedy. Join us as we explore the details of this chilling murder, the sensational coverage it received, and the dramatic conclusion where Sallroth became one of the last individuals to face execution in Sweden. #murderballads #truecrime #truecrimehistory #skillingtryck #murder #crime #execution