Episode 2 of 2
Kidnapping and Impoundment
- When
- November 1771
- Where
- London
- Part of
- Origins of Sommersett's Case
Somerset was kidnapped in November 1771 and forced aboard the Ann and Mary for transport to Jamaica.
Following his escape in October 1771, Somerset lived freely for two months before being kidnapped in November. He was forced aboard the Ann and Mary, captained by John Knowles, to be sold in Jamaica.
Sources
- James Somerset Wikipedia, revision of 2026-04-11
- Somerset v Stewart Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-19
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