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Caught Red Handed Derviation?

Posted by Josje on June 04, 2000

Hi folks, I am interested in knowing the origins and derivation of the phrase, "caught red handed". In particular, I am interested in knowing if it is a reference to bloodied hands in the act of committing a crime or whether there is some reference implied about native americans committing crimes. Thanks, Josje.

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