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Experience a pivotal moment in American legal history with "Trial of C. B. Reynolds For Blasphemy." This meticulously reproduced account, featuring the powerful defense by Robert G. Ingersoll, transports you back to Morristown, New Jersey, in May 1887, where the very foundations of freedom of speech were tested. This historical document delves into the complexities of religious law and its intersection with the First Amendment. Ingersoll, a renowned orator and advocate for freethought, passionately defends C.B. Reynolds against charges of blasphemy, raising profound questions about the limits…mehr

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Experience a pivotal moment in American legal history with "Trial of C. B. Reynolds For Blasphemy." This meticulously reproduced account, featuring the powerful defense by Robert G. Ingersoll, transports you back to Morristown, New Jersey, in May 1887, where the very foundations of freedom of speech were tested. This historical document delves into the complexities of religious law and its intersection with the First Amendment. Ingersoll, a renowned orator and advocate for freethought, passionately defends C.B. Reynolds against charges of blasphemy, raising profound questions about the limits of permissible speech and the role of religion in a free society. Explore the arguments, the social context, and the legal precedents that shaped this landmark case. "Trial of C. B. Reynolds For Blasphemy: Defence by Robert G. Ingersoll" offers a fascinating glimpse into 19th-century America and the ongoing struggle to balance religious beliefs with fundamental rights. A crucial resource for anyone interested in legal history, the relationship between religion and politics, and the enduring legacy of the fight for freedom of expression. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.