Legal Trial Collection

Princess Flying Boat
19th August 1952: Holidaymakers at Cowe, Isle of Wight, watching the launching of a 140 ton Saunders-Roe Princess flying boat prior to flight trials

The Zola Affair: Emile Zola (1840-1902) at the Palais de Justice, cover of Le Petit Journal
XIR116002 The Zola Affair: Emile Zola (1840-1902) at the Palais de Justice, cover of Le Petit Journal, 20th February 1898 (engraving) by Meyer

The Dreyfus Affair, Illustration for Le Petit Journal, 2 January 1898 (lithograph)
2818819 The Dreyfus Affair, Illustration for Le Petit Journal, 2 January 1898 (lithograph) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dreyfus Affair)

Dreyfus case: Prosecutor of the War Council, Battalion Chief Hervieu, Battalion Chief Ravary
XEE4412108 Dreyfus case: Prosecutor of the War Council, Battalion Chief Hervieu, Battalion Chief Ravary, Vallecaille - in Le Petit Journal of 02/01/1898 by Meyer

The requisitoire against the writer Emile Zola, (Dreyfus Affair), 6 March 1898 (lithograph)
2818845 The requisitoire against the writer Emile Zola, (Dreyfus Affair), 6 March 1898 (lithograph) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99); Private Collection; (add.info.: The libel trial of Emile Zola)

Revolutionary Tribunal of Madame Roland during the French Revolution, 1793 (b / w photo)
7200493 Revolutionary Tribunal of Madame Roland during the French Revolution, 1793 (b/w photo) by Brichaut, Albert (died c 1901); Private Collection; (add.info)

The New Dreyfus Trial In Rennes, The Interrogation Of The Defendant (Colour Litho)
2798203 The New Dreyfus Trial In Rennes, The Interrogation Of The Defendant (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dreyfus New Trial In Rennes)

On September 1, a world firefighting competition will be inaugurated at the Turin Stadium... (colour litho)
2777878 On September 1, a world firefighting competition will be inaugurated at the Turin Stadium... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: On September 1)

The Trial Against The Brigand Musolino At The Assizes Of Lucca, The Examination Of Witnesses (colour litho)
2798546 The Trial Against The Brigand Musolino At The Assizes Of Lucca, The Examination Of Witnesses (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Dreyfus Affair At The Paris Supreme Court, Ballot-Beaupre Reads His Report (litho)
2798183 The Dreyfus Affair At The Paris Supreme Court, Ballot-Beaupre Reads His Report (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The clash of two mechanical monsters (colour litho)
2777865 The clash of two mechanical monsters (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The clash of two mechanical monsters)

After the prodigious test (colour litho)
2777859 After the prodigious test (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: After the prodigious test)

Everyone in the water! (colour litho)
2778082 Everyone in the water! (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Everyone in the water)

A speed challenge between a small aircraft, a Tignola, and a powerful motorcycle (colour litho)
2783469 A speed challenge between a small aircraft, a Tignola, and a powerful motorcycle (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The great American inventor Edison on a test trip with his new automobile engine (colour litho)
2814954 The great American inventor Edison on a test trip with his new automobile engine (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The old versus the new (colour litho)
2783489 The old versus the new (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The old versus the new)

At the Ciampino military airport, the Italian helicopter manages to rise and lower... (colour litho)
2777998 At the Ciampino military airport, the Italian helicopter manages to rise and lower... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The View of Roman Forum From Portico Dii Consentes, Rome, Lazio, Italy
The Roman Forum is a rectangular plaza, located in Rome, surrounded by the ruins of several important ancient government buildings at the center of the city of Rome. gradually cluttered the area

Sand Racing
21st June 1913: Competitors in the South Wales and Cardiff Motor Cycle Speed Trials racing along the beach at Rest Bay Sands, Porthcawl. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Motorcycle rider performing a wheelie while negociating rocks and water, low angle side view

Illustration depicting court of law

Bluebird Trial Run
11th May 1964: Donald Campbells Bluebird reaches 200 miles per hour during its first trial run at Lake Eyre, south Australia, where he hopes to break the land speed record

Air Trials
10th October 1955: A squadron of Gannet anti-submarine aircraft fly over the HMS Ark Royal during the carrier drill and flying trials in the English Channel

France In Southampton
7th January 1962: People on the quayside watch as the new 1035 ft French passenger liner France manoeuvres out of the Ocean Terminal at Southampton

Daimler Racer
The official Car No. 1, a Daimler, on the hill climb during car trials in North Africa. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Reliability Trials
During the reliability trials race between Nottingham and Newcastle, vehicles pass cattle and pedestrians by the roadside on the way into Wetherby, Yorkshire

A Tank On Trial
5th March 1918: British Army tank trials in Lincolnshire. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Line Of Cars
1906: A line of cars ready for the start of a racing trial. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Scottish Trials
June 1906: Drivers outside the Grantown Arms Hotel for the Scottish Trials. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Brake Trials
15th June 1908: Brake and shunting trials at the Great Western Railway depot in Acton. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Take Off
18th August 1908: The Bellamy aeroplane at full throttle trying to fly during its trials at Petersham Meadows, Weybridge. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Finish Of Race
October 1913: The finish of the race at the Bristol Motor Car Club speed trials at Weston Supermare. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Vintage Car Race
22nd April 1910: Motor cars and spectators at Queen Eleanors Cross, Northampton, on the 10th anniversary of the 1, 000 miles trial. Lord Montague is in the car on extreme left

Retriever Trials
1st November 1912: The Horsham Retriever Trials - the meet at Peper Harrow, Godalming, Surrey. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Bellamy Plane
18th June 1908: Bellamys aeroplane at trials in Petersham Meadows showing a front view of the propellers. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

The King George
July 1927: The King George V locomotive engine leaving Paddington Station for a non-stop trial run to Plymouth. (Photo by Kirby/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Oil Tanker
1927: The first bulk petroleum carrier Paua, owned by the Imperial Oil Company, at sea on trials. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Watching Trials
11th August 1911: Spectators watching the Auto Cycle Union Reliability Trials at Blue Bank. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Rounding Bend
9th August 1911: Motorcyclists P Shaw and G G Piggott, riding a 6 hp Zenitha, round the bend at Sutton Bank during the Auto Cycle Union reliability trials. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Speed Trials
2nd May 1925: Spectators watching the 100 miles high speed reliability trials at Brooklands, Weybridge, Surrey, England, in progress at a hairpin bend

Motor Racing
5th June 1926: 100 miles high speed reliability trials by the Junior Car Club at Brooklands, Weybridge, Surrey, England. A competitor negotiating one of the hairpin bends

Speed Trial
2nd May 1925: 58 light cars starting the 100 miles high speed reliability trials at Brooklands, Weybridge, Surrey, England. (Photo by MacGregor/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Dunne Biplane
The John William Dunne D8 biplane in flight during trials at Hendon. The aircraft flew from Eastchurch to Paris in 1913. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Airship Test
April 1925: The R33 airship emerges from its hangar to begin a series of trial flights for research purposes. Its first voyage will be from Cardington in Bedford to Pulham in Norfolk

Driving In Tunnel
May 1908: Motorists emerge from the Kenmare Tunnel during the Irish Automobile Club Reliability Trials. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Irish Speed Trials
22nd May 1908: Local women watch the reliability trials conducted by the Irish Automobile Club at Rosleigh. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

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"Unveiling the Drama: A Glimpse into Historic Legal Trials" Step back in time to witness the riveting legal trials that captivated nations and shaped history. From the scandalous Dreyfus Affair to high-profile murder cases, these courtroom battles left an indelible mark on society. In 1898, as headlines blared across France's "Petit Journal, " a lithograph depicted the intense prosecution of war council during the infamous Dreyfus Affair. The trial unfolded like a gripping novel, with twists and turns that would shake the nation to its core. Meanwhile, another lithograph showcased "The Princess Flying Boat, " symbolizing justice soaring above all else. This powerful image reminds us of our collective desire for truth and fairness within legal proceedings. As we delve deeper into history, we encounter colorful lithographs depicting various trials around the world. In New York City, millionaire Thaw faced judges for a heinous crime of murder - his fate hanging in balance amidst public scrutiny. Traveling across continents to Turin, Italy, we witness Tullio Murri's thrilling interrogation after committing a shocking act - taking away someone's life. The courtroom atmosphere crackles with tension as justice seeks answers from this murderer. Returning once more to France during the Dreyfus Trial in Rennes, we come face-to-face with an attempted murder targeting defense attorney Labori. This dramatic incident highlights not only the stakes involved but also how deeply emotions ran throughout this landmark case. Venturing further into Italy's Verona region through vibrant color lithographs capturing Deputy Todeschini's trial aftermath; it becomes evident that famous causes have far-reaching consequences beyond mere courtrooms – they shape societies at large. Yet not all trials were steeped in darkness; some offered moments of respite and even amusement.