Publisher's Synopsis
""The Trial of Sir Roger Casement"" is a historical account written by George H. Knott in 1917. The book details the trial of Sir Roger Casement, an Irish nationalist who was executed for treason in 1916. Casement had been involved in a plot to secure German support for an Irish uprising against British rule during World War I. The book provides a detailed analysis of the trial, including the evidence presented, the legal arguments made by both sides, and the verdict. It also examines the political and social context of the trial, including the role of the British government in suppressing Irish nationalism and the impact of the trial on the Irish independence movement. Overall, ""The Trial of Sir Roger Casement"" is a fascinating and insightful look at a pivotal moment in Irish history and the struggle for independence from British rule.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.