Elizabeth I

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Francis Bacon
A Declaration of the Practices & Treasons attempted and committed by Robert late Earle of Essex and his Complices (London, 1601)
Newberry Library (Case F4549 .268)
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After the Earl of Essex's revolt and execution, Elizabeth's government carefully explained its case to the public. Francis Bacon wrote an authorized account of the trial, proving the need for the Earl's execution.

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