Reckless, Rash and Repentant: Convicts Petitions for Mercy 1819-1858

from The National Archives Podcast Series · host Briony Paxman and Chris Heather

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.

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