Nov 9, 2022 | 17th Century, Correspondence, North America, Transcription
correspondence New Plantation at Cape Florida, Carolina (1667) During the early years of colonization, imperial officials essentially advertised colonies as they attempted to populate them. This notice came as the colony of Carolina remained relatively unpopulated by...
Apr 30, 2020 | 17th Century, England, Law, Transcription
“Produce the Body” Habeas Corpus Act of 1679 With Charles II increasingly concentrating power in the hands of the monarchy, and English liberties seemingly at risk at every turn, Parliament takes the step to enshrine the right to the writ of habeas corpus...
