Isbn: 9781334317613 - a Report of the Trial of Commodore David Porter: of the Navy of the United States, Before a General Court Martial, Held at Washington, in July, 1825; ... of the Courts Decision (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a meticulous account of the trial of Commodore David Porter, a renowned figure in the US Navy whose conduct during his command of naval forces in the West Indies became the subject of a general court-martial. This comprehensive volume contains an array of documents, including the charges and specifications against Porter, the proceedings of the trial, and the final verdict. The book sheds light on the historical context surrounding the trial by exploring the broader geopolitical environment and the complex interplay between the United States and Spain. Through its examination of legal proceedings, this book delves into the intricacies of military justice and the interplay between the legal system and naval discipline. 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.…