It was shown on that costume drama on HBO about Henry VIII
As an execution method, it was seen as a plus in that the pain was excruciating, and if a bushing was used (I believe a hollow section of horn was used) there would be no visible marks on the corpse.
As an execution method, it was seen as a plus in that the pain was excruciating, and if a bushing was used (I believe a hollow section of horn was used) there would be no visible marks on the corpse.
The granting of a pardon is an imputation of guilt, and the acceptance a confession of it.