The Assassination of the Prime Minister: John Bellingham and the Murder of Spenc

Description: The Assassination of the Prime Minister by David C. Hanrahan Spencer Perceval, was making his way across the lobby leading to the House of Commons, Bellingham shot him dead at point-blank range. Hanrahan tells the interwoven stories of Perceval and Bellingham, detailing not just the events of May 1812, but also the two mens histories, and what led one to take the others life. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Only once in history has a British Prime Minister been assassinated. At 5.00 p.m. on Monday, 11 May 1812, John Bellingham made his way to the Houses of Parliament carrying concealed weapons. At 5.15 p.m., as the Prime Minister, the Rt Hon. Spencer Perceval, was making his way across the lobby leading to the House of Commons, Bellingham shot him dead at point-blank range. Bellingham was immediately arrested and put on trial two days later: refusing to plead insanity, he was convicted and hanged before the week was out. Bellingham was neither a revolutionary nor a religious fanatic, but a successful young entrepreneur. What had driven him to commit such a heinous crime? In a story of suspense, revenge and personal tragedy, David C. Hanrahan tells the interwoven stories of Perceval and Bellingham, detailing not just the events of May 1812, but also the two mens histories, and what led one to take the others life. Notes 2012 marks the 200th anniversary of assassination of Spencer Percival, who was shot by John Bellingham as he entered the House of Commons. The only modern account available. Author Biography David C. Hanrahan is the author of Colonel Blood: the Man Who Stole the Crown Jewels. Long Description Only once in history has a British Prime Minister been assassinated. At 5.00 p.m. on Monday, 11 May 1812, John Bellingham made his way to the Houses of Parliament carrying concealed weapons. At 5.15 p.m., as the Prime Minister, the Rt Hon. Spencer Perceval, was making his way across the lobby leading to the House of Commons, Bellingham shot him dead at point-blank range. Bellingham was immediately arrested adn put on trial two days later: refusing to plead insanity, he was convicted and hanged before the week was out. Bellingham was neither a revolutionary nor a religious fanatic, but a successful young entrepreneur. What had driven him to commit such a heinous crime?In a story of suspense, revenge and personal tragedy, David C. Hanrahan tells the interwoven stories of Perceval and Bellingham, detailing not just the events of May 1812, but also the two mens histories, and what led one to take the others life. Details ISBN0750944013 Year 2012 ISBN-10 0750944013 ISBN-13 9780750944014 Media Book Format Paperback Pages 240 Publisher The History Press Ltd Imprint The History Press Ltd Subtitle John Bellingham and the Murder of Spencer Perceval Place of Publication Stroud Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 364.1524092 Illustrations Illustrations, ports. Short Title ASSASSINATION OF THE PRIME MIN Language English Publication Date 2012-03-31 Series History Press UK Release Date 2012-03-31 AU Release Date 2012-03-31 NZ Release Date 2012-03-31 Author David C. Hanrahan Alternative 9780750944007 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:133483894;

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