Sexuality on trial in colonial America
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Colonial Masculinity and Military Trials
This chapter explores the life of chaplain Robert Newberg in the British Army during the colonial era, focusing on the challenges he faced regarding living conditions and accusations of same-sex relations. Through the examination of trial transcripts and societal perceptions of masculinity, it reveals the complex dynamics and implications of sexuality within the military context of the 18th century.
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