Lizzie Andrew Borden
- Born:
- July 19, 1860, Fall River, Massachusetts, USA
- Died:
- June 1, 1927, Fall River, Massachusetts, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Private Citizen
Early Life and Education
- Lizzie Borden was born to Andrew Jackson Borden and Sarah Anthony Morse Borden.
- Her mother died when she was two years old.
- She had an older sister, Emma Lenora Borden.
- Borden attended Central Congregational Church.
The Borden Murders
- On August 4, 1892, Andrew and Abby Borden were found murdered in their home.
- Lizzie Borden was the primary suspect.
- The ensuing trial became a national sensation.
- Borden was acquitted of the murders in 1893.
Later Life
- After her acquittal, Borden and her sister Emma moved to a new house on French Street in Fall River.
- Emma moved out in 1905 after a dispute with Lizzie.
- Lizzie Borden lived a relatively private life until her death in 1927.
Legacy and Impact
The case surrounding Lizzie Borden and the brutal murders of her father and stepmother remains one of the most infamous and enduring mysteries in American history. Despite her acquittal, the speculation and debate continue to this day, cementing the name Lizzie Borden in popular culture as a symbol of unresolved suspicion and potential hidden darkness. This has led to countless fictionalizations and adaptations of the crime.
Notable Works
While Lizzie Borden did not produce any formal works, her story has inspired numerous adaptations:
| Title | Type | Year |
|---|---|---|
| "Lizzie Borden Took an Axe" | Nursery Rhyme | Late 19th Century |
| The Legend of Lizzie Borden | Television Film | 1975 |
| Lizzie Borden: A Case Book of a Mystery | Book | 1980 |
| Lizzie | Film | 2018 |