On this day in 1890, convicted killer William Kemmler became the first person to be executed by electrocution.

<p>On this day in 1890, convicted killer William Kemmler became the first person to be executed by electrocution.</p>

From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

This Day in History Class

William Kemmler is executed by electric chair - August 6th, 1890

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