Minutes of the Proceedings at a Court-Martial, Assembled for the Trial of Anthony James Pye Molloy, Esq., Captain of His Majesty's Ship Caesar

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This book provides a rare and fascinating glimpse into the workings of a court-martial in the early 19th century. Molloy, a British naval officer, was tried and acquitted of charges related to his conduct during a mission to the Caribbean. The minutes of the proceedings offer a detailed and often dramatic account of the trial, as well as valuable insights into the legal and social norms of the time. This book is an important resource for anyone interested in naval history or the history of military justice.