Lizzie Borden Took — An Ax

While poetic, the rhyme is factually inaccurate. Forensic evidence showed that Abby Borden received roughly 18 blows, while Andrew was struck 11 times. Despite the gruesome nature of the crimes, Lizzie Borden was in June 1893. A Trial of the Century

: Lizzie's older sister, who remained a steadfast supporter throughout the ordeal. Lizzie Borden Took an Ax

"Lizzie Borden took an ax and gave her mother forty whacks. When she saw what she had done, she gave her father forty-one." While poetic, the rhyme is factually inaccurate