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Jack the Ripper. A Cultural Icon. Presented By Randy DeZeller. One of the first highly-publicized serial killers Suspected murder of five women in 1888 Was attributed to have written ‘From Hell’ letter. What Did He Do?. Brought attention to slums’ horrible living conditions
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Jack the Ripper A Cultural Icon Presented By Randy DeZeller
One of the first highly-publicized serial killers • Suspected murder of five women in 1888 • Was attributed to have written ‘From Hell’ letter What Did He Do?
Brought attention to slums’ horrible living conditions • This led to their destruction • One of first criminals to be highly publicized • Was elevated to status of bogeyman • Inspired hundreds of books, films, etc. • Also inspired copycat killers What Impact Did He Have On Society?
The Bogeyman The Gentleman Jack the Ripper & The Media
A fascination on the disturbing • A corruption of the high class • Well-known • Media has spread him far • A romanticized mystery What Is He As A Cultural Icon?
A Cultural Icon Jack the Ripper