On August 23, 1927, Italian immigrants Nicola Sacco and Bartolomeo Vanzetti were executed in Massachusetts after being convicted of robbery and murder. The case drew international attention and controversy. Many critics argued that the men were targeted for their anarchist beliefs rather than clear evidence. Appeals and protests continued up until the time of execution. The case highlighted tensions over immigration, radical politics, and fairness in the justice system. It remains one of the most debated criminal trials in U.S. history.
