Did the punishment fit the crime? You be the judge. Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the cruelest and most unusual punishments ever inflicted on individuals throughout history. Our countdown of the most ruthless punishments in history includes Peter Niers – The Breaking Wheel, Ishikawa Goemon – Boiled Alive, Jesus of Nazareth – Crucifixion, and more. Human beings have spent centuries devising cruel and horrific ways to hurt one another. If you’re a history buff with insight into other torturous methods, sound off in the comments below.
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