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A Complete Collection of State Trials and Proceedings for High Treason and Other Crimes and Misdemeanors from the Earliest Period to the Present Time, ... A. D. 1771-1777 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Excerpt from A Complete Collection of State Trials and Proceedings for High Treason and Other Crimes and Misdemeanors From the Earliest Period to the Present Time, Vol. 20: With Notes and Other Illustrations; A. D. 1771-1777
The Trials on the Informations which, in pursuance of an Order of the House of Commons, were filed by his Majesty's Attorney General against richard smith and thomas brand hollis, esqrs. For buving been Guilty of notorious Bribery, and thereby procuring themselves to be elected and returned Burgesses to gene in Parliament for the Borough of Hindon.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents the complex legal arguments in the 1772 case of James Sommersett, an enslaved African who successfully sued for his freedom in England. The case sparked a significant debate about the legality of slavery in England, and the author provides a detailed account of the legal proceedings and the social and historical context that shaped the outcome. The author examines the legal arguments put forth by both sides, delving into the historical roots of slavery in England and the evolving legal doctrines surrounding personal liberty. The book also explores the broader implications of the case, including its impact on the abolitionist movement and the ongoing struggle for racial justice. Ultimately, this book offers a valuable historical perspective on the legal and social battles surrounding slavery, highlighting the legal complexities and moral dilemmas that continue to resonate in contemporary discussions on race and equality. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334601996_0
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