💥 One of the British Empire’s most horrifying execution methods... and yes, it involved a cannon.
In this episode of Gross History, Dr. Islington breaks down the gruesome practice of blowing from a gun—a real execution method used to destroy not only bodies, but souls, rebellion, and resistance.
From its Mughal origins to its colonial resurrection during the Indian Rebellion of 1857, this was brutality turned into bureaucracy. 🔍 In this video, you'll discover:
🧠5 revolting facts about how the execution was carried out
🕯️ Why the British used it to send a political—and spiritual—message
đź“ś Real eyewitness accounts that read like nightmares
🪖 The religious and psychological terror behind the spectacle
đź“… When the British finally stopped using it (hint: not soon enough)
This wasn’t just death—it was a message. Loud, bloody, and unforgettable.