In the first episode of the show, we unpack the events of 28th June 1914: the assassination of the heir to the mighty Austro-Hungarian empire; Archduke Franz Ferdinand.  We discuss the necessary context behind the reason for the assassination, a moment by moment recollection, and the consequences of the day. If you enjoyed this episode, feel free the share and review. Have any suggestions? Why not email us: [email protected] Theme music by tyops

An introduction to the first season of Crucial History. I'm Joe, and I am going to be talking you through 6 of the most infamous assassinations in world history. If that sounds like your kind of thing, feel free to give us a listen every week when we release a new episode.