Opinions and Practice of the Founders of the Republic in Relation to Arbitrary Arrests, Imprisonment of Tories, Writ of Habeas Corpus, Seizure of Arms

Focusing on the historical context of governance during the American Revolution, this work explores the views of the founders regarding issues like arbitrary arrests and the writ of habeas corpus. It ties these perspectives to the administration of Abraham Lincoln, highlighting the continuity of thought on civil liberties. The book is part of the Sabin Americana collection, which provides a comprehensive look at over 400 years of history in the Americas, featuring various original documents that illuminate societal and political dynamics of the time.