Historical Figures · 21st Century
Charles Starkweather’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Charles Starkweather, Unknown
Who Was Charles Starkweather?
Limited biographical information is available about Charles Starkweather.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Charles Starkweather's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Starkweather was executed June 25, 1959. Prison records indicate he made no final statement before his electric chair execution; "I have lived my truth" is not supported by any contemporary documentation.
Sources
- archive Nebraska State Penitentiary execution records
- biography Starkweather: Inside the Mind of a Teenage Killer by William Allen
Legacy
Charles Starkweather's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Charles Starkweather’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Charles Starkweather die?
Charles Starkweather died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Charles Starkweather’s last words documented?
Starkweather was executed June 25, 1959. Prison records indicate he made no final statement before his electric chair execution; "I have lived my truth" is not supported by any contemporary documentation.
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