Naval Courts Martial

This 1914 book describes conditions in the British Navy from 1680 to the end of the Napoleonic Wars.

David Hannay (Author)

9781107677968, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 29 March 2012

276 pages
21.6 x 14 x 1.6 cm, 0.35 kg

Originally published in 1914, this book uses the reports of Courts Martial to provide a description of conditions in the British Navy from 1680 down to the end of the Napoleonic Wars. Through carefully selected quotations and rigorous analysis, the text reveals the development of a coherent system of justice within the Navy, one which was instrumental in its progressive modernization. Illustrations are provided, including a page of text and signatures from a report of Court Martial in 1694. This is a highly informative volume that will be of value to anyone with an interest in naval history.

Preface
Introduction
1. The Navy in 1688
2. Discipline
3. Impressment, plunder and false musters
4. Mutiny
5. Murder
6. In action and shipwreck
Conclusion
Index.

Subject Areas: Military history [HBW]