The Proceedings of the Old Bailey: London, 1674-1834
A project to digitize "accounts of over 100,000 criminal trials held at London's central criminal court." The first stage, completed in 2003, has over 22,000 trials for the period 1714 to 1759. Searchable by keyword, date, name, place, crime, and more. Also find historical background on the era's legal issues, architectural history, and minority communities of London, such as gypsies, homosexuals, Jews, and other diverse groups. Includes tips for teachers, and a glossary.
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