Charge of the Lord Chief Justice of England to the Grand Jury at the Central Criminal Court, in the Case of the Queen Against Nelson and Brand

This fascinating legal document provides a firsthand account of one of the most notorious criminal cases in 19th century England: the trial of John Nelson and Matthew Brand for attempted murder of Queen Victoria. The charge, delivered by the Lord Chief Justice of England, offers a detailed analysis of the evidence and arguments in the case, as well as the legal principles at stake. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of law and crime in 19th century England.

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