A Letter to a Gentleman in the Country, from His Friend in London Giving an Authentick and Circumstantial Account of the Confinement, Behaviour, and Death of Admiral Byng, as Attested by the Gentlemen Who Were Present

"A Letter to a Gentleman in the Country, from His Friend in London" by Anonymous is a chronicle from the 1700s that captures the story of Admiral John Byng’s downfall. The record explores the events surrounding his court-martial, his conduct while imprisoned, and his execution, arguing that Byng was more a victim of political ploys than incompetence. The book shares moments of Byng and his interactions with loved ones whilst confined. It shares his reflections on what duty and honor mean, arguing that he was wrongly accused for political advantages. The book concludes with a touching scene of his death, suggesting his innocence remains a misrepresented part of history, and aims to set the record straight by honoring his sacrifice with firsthand accounts.