The Trial of Sir Roger Casement is a historical account of the trial of Roger Casement, an Irish nationalist and human rights activist, who was accused of treason against the British Empire in 1916. The book was written by Casement himself and was published posthumously in 1917, after he was executed for his alleged crimes.The book provides a detailed account of the trial proceedings, including the evidence presented by both the prosecution and the defense, as well as the verdict and sentencing. Casement also includes his ...
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The Trial of Sir Roger Casement is a historical account of the trial of Roger Casement, an Irish nationalist and human rights activist, who was accused of treason against the British Empire in 1916. The book was written by Casement himself and was published posthumously in 1917, after he was executed for his alleged crimes.The book provides a detailed account of the trial proceedings, including the evidence presented by both the prosecution and the defense, as well as the verdict and sentencing. Casement also includes his own commentary on the trial, in which he argues that he was not guilty of treason and that his actions were motivated by a desire to secure Irish independence and protect the human rights of the people of the Congo and Peru.In addition to the trial itself, the book also provides a glimpse into Casement's personal life and political beliefs. He discusses his early years in Ireland, his work as a British consul in Africa and South America, and his involvement in the Irish nationalist movement.Overall, The Trial of Sir Roger Casement is a fascinating historical document that sheds light on one of the most controversial trials of the early 20th century and provides insight into the life and beliefs of a complex and enigmatic figure in Irish history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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