Forging His Chains (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

George Bidwell

9780267657643: Forging His Chains (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0267657641 ISBN 13: 9780267657643

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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A gripping true account of a bold fraud that shook the Bank of England and the men behind it.

The prose frames a historical fraud as it unfolds in clear, accessible detail. It follows George Bidwell, his brother, and accomplices as they move from initial introductions to the Bank of England to the forging and uttering of numerous bills of exchange in a complex scheme. The narrative situates the crime in a late 19th‑century world of finance, travel, and legal maneuvering, offering a focused look at the people, the motives, and the investigative steps involved.

Across the pages you’ll see the sequence of events, the courtroom arguments, and the broader stakes as authorities pursue justice. The account highlights the difficulty of tracing the forged instruments and the challenges of securing witnesses from abroad, all while presenting the human dimension of those involved and the consequences for the institutions affected.

How the fraud was conceived and financed, including early bank interactions and introductions.
The role of witnesses, investigators, and the legal process as the case moves toward trial.
The investigators’ efforts to reconstruct the scheme and understand its reach across Europe.
The courtroom drama surrounding the opening statements, charges, and the pursuit of justice.

Ideal for readers of true-crime history and 19th‑century financial intrigue, offering a concise look at a remarkable case and its aftermath.

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