Although the 1914 assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand was planned, its success was a mistake. Join us for an error-filled ride with amateur assassins as a series of blunders accidentally triggers the most devastating wars in history.

Kate O’Donnell ~ Lucky Shot: The Almost-Botched Assassination of Franz Ferdinand

Odd Salon SHORTS "Mistakes Were Made"
Tales of accident and error, serious slip-ups, major misunderstandings, and brilliant blunders.

Curated by Amy Widdowson

Odd Salon: SHORTS! Five, five-minute stories from the odd corners of history, science, art, and adventure. www.oddsalon.com