A detailed, documentary look at an 1851 court-martial and the testimony that followed.
This nonfiction work compiles the proceedings, correspondence, and testimony surrounding Brig. Gen. George Talcott's trial, offering a careful, lay-friendly examination of complex legal and military questions. It frames the scope and value of the evidence, the legal arguments, and the process behind a high-profile military inquiry.
- A full record of charges and specifications drawn from the trial
- Transcripts, letters, and supporting documents that illuminate the case
- Cross-examinations and the editor’s analysis aimed at uncovering the truth
- Context for 19th-century military governance and public accountability
Ideal for readers of military history, legal history, or Civil War-era governance, who want a thorough, accessible look at how such a case was examined and argued.