Description

The Jacobite Trials at Manchester in 1694 is a historical book written by William Beamont. The book provides a detailed account of the trials of the Jacobites, who were supporters of King James II, in Manchester in 1694. The Jacobites were accused of plotting to overthrow the government and restore James II to the throne.The book describes the political and social context of the trials, including the tensions between the Jacobites and the supporters of William of Orange, who had replaced James II as king. It also provides a detailed account of the trials themselves, including the evidence presented and the verdicts reached.The author uses primary sources, such as court records and contemporary accounts, to provide a comprehensive and accurate portrayal of the events. He also includes biographical information about the key players in the trials, including the judges, lawyers, and defendants.Overall, The Jacobite Trials at Manchester in 1694 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Jacobite movement and the political and social context of 17th century England.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.