Great American Trials: from John Peter Zenger to OJ Simpson

Great American Trials: From John Peter Zenger to O.J. Simpson Presented by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Florida Atlantic University – Jupiter It has been said that a courtroom trial is like theater—with consequences. American history has certainly provided its share of unforgettable courtroom dramas, featuring famous litigants, prominent judges, sensational facts, and pivotal legal issues. Join Roy Klein for a fascinating journey through some of the most famous and infamous trials in American history, from John Peter Zenger and the Boston Massacre to Sacco and Vanzetti, Leopold and Loeb, and O.J. Simpson. Explore the stories behind these landmark cases and discover how they reflected the social, political, and legal issues of their times—and, in some cases, helped shape American law and society. Join OLLI at FAU Jupiter for a captivating look at the trials that captured America’s attention and became part of our history.