Author: Henry Lee Scott

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Published: 1847

Total Pages: 0

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Proceedings of a Court Martial for 29 soldiers accused & convicted of desertion to the enemy during the Mexican War. The men, all privates, all pleaded not guilty, all were sentenced to be hanged by the neck until dead. Three, who deserted before war began, and four others, had their sentences commuted to fifty lashes and being branded. Another was remitted because his son, remained faithful to his colors. The remaining men were executed on 10 September 1847.