Jack The Ripper Research Paper

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Jack the Ripper is one of London, England’s most famous unsolved mysteries. He terrorized the area of Whitechapel district in London’s East End. From August 7 to September 10, 1888 his killings stood out from other violent crimes of the time: his crimes were more sadistic, sociopathic and hateful than most people could comprehend. Jack the Ripper mutilated women in an unusual manner, indicating that he had a knowledge of human anatomy. He appeared to have a dislike for women, especially those who were prostitutes. He killed at least five London prostitutes but was never captured for his crimes.
The name "Jack the Ripper" came from several letters sent by the killer describing his horrible crimes and speculation of future crimes. The letters