England’s Bloody Code and Royal Pardoning in the 18th Century
England’s Bloody Code and Royal Pardoning in the 18th century relating to Bristol and Lincoln from 1775 to 1799.
To test the hypothesis that the execution rate diminished with the distance from London of the assize court; and to establish if there is a correlation between offence, age and gender and period of transportation recommended by the Trial Judge; and explore generally the various factors revealed.