The bloody history of Britain through the stories of its most
notorious traitors A History of Treason details British history
from 1351 to 1945, covering major historical moments in a
fascinating and innovative way, using the history of high treason
and deception as its theme. Appealing to a range of audiences, it
covers over 750 years of momentous history through the use of both
famous and lesser known events which shaped Britain. Using original
documents and detailed research undertaken by TNA's record
specialists, it will cover moments in history which led to
fundamental changes in eras. It will also include unique
discoveries from TNA's archives, uncovering mysteries and stories
of how dealing with treason have brought about the changes which
have influenced and shaped Britain throughout the centuries. Among
these are: the trial and execution of Anne Boleyn on the orders of
her husband, Henry VIII several major acts of sedition, including
the Popish Gunpowder Plot and the revolution plotted in the Cato
Street conspiracy the evidence brought against the Irish patriot
Sir Roger Casement, executed at Pentonville and his remains later
exhumed and given a state funeral in Ireland the trial and
execution of the William Joyce who, as 'Lord Haw-Haw', broadcast
Nazi propaganda from Berlin during the Second World War The book
covers many stories that explore the nature of treason and how the
crown and state reacted to it - from the introduction of the
Treason Act in 1352 right through to the twentieth century. Written
by experts from among the historians at the National Archives, the
book is copiously copiously illustrated with images from TNA's
unrivalled collections.
General
Imprint: |
John Blake Publishing Ltd
|
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Release date: |
August 2023 |
Authors: |
The National Archives
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Dimensions: |
198 x 129mm (L x W) |
Pages: |
432 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-78946-629-4 |
Categories: |
Books
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LSN: |
1-78946-629-6 |
Barcode: |
9781789466294 |
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