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Two Speeches made by Lord Chancellor Cowper ... the first, when he pronounced sentence upon the unhappy Lords, who were involved in the Rebellion in 1715, viz. James Earl of Derwentwater, William Lord Widdrington, William Earl of Nithisdale, Robert Earl of Carnwath, William Viscount Kenmure, and William Lord Nairn. The second, when he passed sentence on the Earl of Winton. To which is added, the Speech of Philip Lord Hardwick ... when he pronounced sentence on the three rebel Lords (William Earl of Kilmarnock, George Earl of Cromartie, Arthur Lord Balmerino).

Earl William Cowper Cowper

Published: 1746

Total Pages: 34


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Explores the formation of the British state and national identity from 1603-1820 by examining the definitions of sovereignty and allegiance presented in treason trials. The king's person remained central to national identity and the state until republican challenges forced prosecutors in treason trials to innovate and redefine sovereign authority.