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In telling the story, Ms.Knepper extensively uses the typescript of William Reuben, a journalist who closely followed the events, and the court transcripts of both trials. In the first trial, all six men were convicted; the judge constantly ruled for the prosecution. Partly due to the efforts of the sister of one of the defendants, the men received a new trial at which a different judge presided. In that trial, four of the six men were acquitted, and were released from jail immediately after their acquittals. The lawyers of the two found guilty immediately started working on appeals; a third trial was going to be held for the last two men. However, one died from his heart condition, and the other surprisedly pleaded “no defense” and was given a light sentence by the judge.
In addition to telling the story, Ms. Knepper evaluates why certain people probably did what they did including the defendant who pleaded “no defense.” She suggests reasons why the case of the Trenton Six is not better known. She also shows that unfortunately this kind of case is still occurring, using the Norfolk Four as an example.
This is an excellent book on an important topic.½