January 30, 1649 –
If history teaches us anything, it’s that sometimes, it NOT good to be the king.
King Charles I of England, was beheaded for treason at Banqueting House on this date. It is reputed that he wore two shirts as to prevent the cold January weather causing any noticeable shivers that the crowd could have been mistaken for fear or weakness. He put his head on the block after saying a prayer and signaled the executioner when he was ready; he was then beheaded with one clean stroke.
It was common practice for the head of a traitor to be held up and exhibited to the crowd with the words Behold the head of a traitor!; although Charles‘ head was exhibited, the words were not used.
And so it goes
The Haus of Dcaligari 