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Historical legal proceeding recounts a treason trial
The account lists jurors sworn and challenged, the Crown's long indictment, and Serjeant Pengelly's claim of High Treason. It details delays, panel reexaminations, instructions, and the alleged conspiracies to raise rebellion and depose the king, including treasonous declarations and plans to restore the Pretender.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crown
Weary
Sergeant Pengelly
Serjeant Pengelly
Indiament