The Judicial Murder of Mary E. Surratt

"The Judicial Murder of Mary E. Surratt" by David Miller DeWitt delves into one of the most controversial chapters of American history: the trial and execution of Mary Surratt in the aftermath of Abraham Lincoln's assassination. This meticulously researched account examines the legal proceedings against Surratt, who was accused of conspiracy in the assassination plot. DeWitt raises serious questions about the fairness of her trial, exploring potential judicial errors and the context of Civil War-era justice.

This historical work offers a detailed look at the evidence presented, the arguments made, and the societal pressures that may have influenced the outcome. Readers interested in the Civil War period, legal history, and the complexities of historical biography will find this book a compelling exploration of a pivotal moment in American history and a profound examination of justice in a time of national crisis. Was Mary Surratt a conspirator, or a victim of circumstance and a flawed legal system? "The Judicial Murder of Mary E. Surratt" invites readers to consider the evidence and draw their own conclusions.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

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The Judicial Murder of Mary E. Surratt

"The Judicial Murder of Mary E. Surratt" by David Miller DeWitt delves into one of the most controversial chapters of American history: the trial and execution of Mary Surratt in the aftermath of Abraham Lincoln's assassination. This meticulously researched account examines the legal proceedings against Surratt, who was accused of conspiracy in the assassination plot. DeWitt raises serious questions about the fairness of her trial, exploring potential judicial errors and the context of Civil War-era justice.

This historical work offers a detailed look at the evidence presented, the arguments made, and the societal pressures that may have influenced the outcome. Readers interested in the Civil War period, legal history, and the complexities of historical biography will find this book a compelling exploration of a pivotal moment in American history and a profound examination of justice in a time of national crisis. Was Mary Surratt a conspirator, or a victim of circumstance and a flawed legal system? "The Judicial Murder of Mary E. Surratt" invites readers to consider the evidence and draw their own conclusions.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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The Judicial Murder of Mary E. Surratt

The Judicial Murder of Mary E. Surratt

by David Miller DeWitt
The Judicial Murder of Mary E. Surratt

The Judicial Murder of Mary E. Surratt

by David Miller DeWitt

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"The Judicial Murder of Mary E. Surratt" by David Miller DeWitt delves into one of the most controversial chapters of American history: the trial and execution of Mary Surratt in the aftermath of Abraham Lincoln's assassination. This meticulously researched account examines the legal proceedings against Surratt, who was accused of conspiracy in the assassination plot. DeWitt raises serious questions about the fairness of her trial, exploring potential judicial errors and the context of Civil War-era justice.

This historical work offers a detailed look at the evidence presented, the arguments made, and the societal pressures that may have influenced the outcome. Readers interested in the Civil War period, legal history, and the complexities of historical biography will find this book a compelling exploration of a pivotal moment in American history and a profound examination of justice in a time of national crisis. Was Mary Surratt a conspirator, or a victim of circumstance and a flawed legal system? "The Judicial Murder of Mary E. Surratt" invites readers to consider the evidence and draw their own conclusions.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781023164146
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Publication date: 03/28/2025
Pages: 146
Product dimensions: 6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.31(d)

About the Author

David Miller DeWitt was born November 25, 1837 in Paterson, New Jersey, and settled with his parents in Brooklyn, New York in 1845. He attended the public schools of Brooklyn, and later graduated from Rutgers College in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Obtaining his law degree, he was admitted to the New York bar in 1858 and commenced practice in Kingston. He served as district attorney of Ulster County from 1863 to 1870 and was elected as a Democrat to the Forty-Third Congress where he served from 1873 to 1875. He died in Kingston on June 23, 1912 at the age of 74 and was buried in Wiltwyck Rural Cemetery.
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