Sailors in the Dock: Naval Courts Martial Down the Centuries

Exploring the maritime, legal, and social history of the UK over 400 years, this book delves into the era from Sir Francis Drake to WWII. It highlights how naval power transformed Great Britain into a global empire, showcasing the diverse and often conflicting personalities behind its fleets. The narrative uncovers the unintended consequences of naval trials—ranging from mutiny to absurd blunders—that significantly impacted British society and influenced the legal system. This comprehensive work is the first of its kind in over a century.