The Judicial Duel
A woman’s testimony in 14th century France carries little weight, leading her husband to challenge her assailant to a duel for honor. The stakes are high: if the assailant wins, the woman faces the death penalty for perjury. This unprecedented event draws massive crowds, as the fate of both men—and the truth—hangs in the balance.In this clip
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