• The Murder of Sir Thomas Overbury

  • Oct 18 2024
  • Length: 9 mins
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The Murder of Sir Thomas Overbury

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  • In episode eight of 5 Minute Murder, we unravel the deadly intrigue behind the murder of Sir Thomas Overbury, a scandalous case that rocked the English court in the early 17th century. Poisoned while imprisoned in the Tower of London in 1613, Overbury’s murder revealed a web of deceit, ambition, and revenge involving some of the highest figures in King James I’s court. Join us as we explore the dark motives behind this high-profile assassination and the shocking revelations that followed, making it one of the most notorious cases of its time.

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