The trial took place in Dayton, Tennessee. It started as an attempt to challenge the recently passed Butler Act, which forbid the teaching of Biology in schools in Tennessee. A notable member of the prosecution was William Jennings Bryan. A man who attempted to run for presidency multiple times, but failed each time. He accepted the job even though he hadn't practiced law in years.
A notable member of the defense was a man by the name of Clarence Darrow. He took the job as an opportunity to challenge Religion as well as William Jennings Bryan, a man who he sort of looked up to, public speaking wise. These two men set the stage for the ultimate trial that challenged the idea of religion vs science.
A notable member of the defense was a man by the name of Clarence Darrow. He took the job as an opportunity to challenge Religion as well as William Jennings Bryan, a man who he sort of looked up to, public speaking wise. These two men set the stage for the ultimate trial that challenged the idea of religion vs science.