Publisher's Synopsis
A Treatise On Courts Martial is a book written by Stephen Payne Adye in 1769. The book is a comprehensive guide to the military court-martial system in England during the 18th century. Adye, a British army officer, provides a detailed account of the procedures, rules, and regulations governing the court-martial process. He covers everything from the composition of the court to the rights of the accused, including the types of offenses that could be tried and the punishments that could be imposed. The book also includes a discussion of the role of the prosecutor, the defense counsel, and the judge advocate. Adye's Treatise is an important historical document that sheds light on the military justice system of the time and provides insight into the legal and social norms of the era.Containing 1. Remarks On Martial Law, And Courts Martial In General; 2. The Manner Of Proceeding Against Offenders. To Which Is Added An Essay, On Military Punishments And Rewards.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.
