A view of the tryal of Warren Hastings Esqr. before the Cour
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A view of the tryal of Warren Hastings Esqr. before the Cour
A view of the tryal of Warren Hastings Esqr. before the Court of Peers in Westminster Hall on an impeachment delivered at the Bar of the House of Lords by the Commons of Great Britain in Parliament assembled February 13, 1788. Print showing interior view of the Court of Peers at Westminster Hall with Edmund Burke speaking to ministers before a large audience. Date c1789 Jany 3
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This striking print depicts the historic impeachment trial of Warren Hastings, the former Governor-General of Bengal Presidency in India, before the Court of Peers in Westminster Hall, London, in February 1788. The trial, initiated by the Commons of Great Britain in Parliament, was a significant event in British history, marking the first impeachment proceedings against a British governor since the time of Charles II. The interior view of the Court of Peers, beautifully rendered in this print, shows a large and attentive audience gathered to witness the proceedings. At the forefront, Edmund Burke, the influential statesman and orator, is seen passionately addressing the ministers and peers. Burke, who led the prosecution against Hastings, is shown with his arms outstretched and his eyes fixed on his audience, delivering a powerful speech that would shape the course of the trial. The grandeur of Westminster Hall is on full display in this print, with its high arched ceilings, ornate columns, and intricate stonework. The sense of drama and importance is palpable, as the fate of Warren Hastings hangs in the balance. The trial would continue for over a year, with Hastings ultimately being found guilty of various charges, including bribery, extortion, and oppression, and being removed from office. This print, dated January 3, 1789, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a visual record of a pivotal moment in British history and the workings of the parliamentary system during this period.
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