The Case Of John Donnellan, Captain Of Foot, In The Service Of The United Company Of Merchants Trading To The East-Indies (1770)

The Case of John Donnellan, Captain of Foot, in the Service of the United Company of Merchants Trading to the East-Indies is a legal document written by John Donellan in 1770. The book details the legal proceedings and trial of Donellan, who was accused of murdering his brother-in-law, Sir Theodosius Boughton, by poisoning him with arsenic. Donellan's trial was a highly publicized case that garnered much attention in England at the time.The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the murder, the investigation, and the subsequent trial. It includes witness testimonies, forensic evidence, and legal arguments presented by both the prosecution and the defense. The book also includes an appendix with additional documents, including letters and medical reports related to the case.The Case of John Donnellan is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the legal system and social norms of 18th century England. It is also a fascinating true crime story that continues to captivate readers today.Humbly Addressed To The Honorable The Court Of Directors Of The Said Company.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.