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By Martin Kelly, About.com Guide to American History since 2001

The Rosenbergs Executed

Thursday June 19, 2003
On June 19, 1953, Julius and Ethel Rosenberg were executed at Sing Sing. They were accused of passing atom bomb secrets to the Soviets. People today still question whether both Rosenbergs were actually responsible for spying. Learn more about the Rosenbergs and other individuals who have been or are considered traitors in American History.

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