“Lizzie Borden had an axe and gave her mother forty whacks. When she saw what she had done she gave her father forty-one” This famous saying is referring to a woman named Lizzie Borden. Lizzie Borden was born on July 19, 1860, in Fall River Massachusetts. Lizzie Borden is displayed in many ways from TV shows like The Simpsons, books, and even cartoons about her. Lizzie Borden first came into contact with her stepmother in her early childhood after her real mother died. Lizzie Borden’s final encounter with her stepmother was fatal when they were both locked inside of their home. When Lizzie’s stepmother and father was murdered, Lizzie had to face the consequences of what had happened by intense questioning from a member of law enforcement. Lizzie’s father was also murdered the same morning her stepmother was. Lizzie also had to face the consequences for this incident.
Lizzie Borden did not like her stepmother very much. They fought very frequently. Growing up, Lizzie’s real mother passed away when Lizzie was only 2 and a half years old.. When Lizzie’s father, Andrew, decided to marry another woman, Lizzie was not
…show more content…
There are also many books, articles, and newspaper articles that date back to the time the murders happened. Lizzie did not like her stepmother at all, but felt differently about her father. Andrew Borden was on bad terms with a man when he was murdered and many people may have wanted him dead due to his wealthiness, attitude, and sketchy business deals. Lizzie claimed to be in the barn eating fruit for thirty minutes while the murder happened, even though the reports say she was locked inside with her stepmother, Abigail Borden. Lizzie’s parents had no reason to die and didn’t deserve to die, but Lizzie thought very