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Reckless, Rash and Repentant: Convicts Petitions for Mercy 1819-1858
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Reckless, Rash and Repentant: Convicts Petitions for Mercy 1819-1858
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46 minutes
Released:
Feb 22, 2013
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Podcast episode
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A look at the pardoning process of the early 19th century, and some stories behind the petitions for mercy written on behalf of convicted criminals, found at The National Archives.
Released:
Feb 22, 2013
Format:
Podcast episode
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