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to that point, in American history.
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There were three charges,
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all of which were punishable by death,
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at least in Virginia.
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Treason against the United states --
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it was considered treason to attack a federal arsenal --
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I suppose it still would be although
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we don't try too many people for treason anymore.
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Two, inciting a slave insurrection;
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a pretty serious crime in Virginia.
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And third, for murder.
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The trial began on the 27th of October.