The Mannion Court-Martial

"The Mannion Court-Martial" by Randall Garrett is a science fiction story set in the future, centering on Lieutenant Dan Mannion, who faces a court-martial for supposedly leading an android rebellion that caused immense destruction. The story examines loyalty, what it means to be human, and how advanced technology affects memory and fairness. Mannion fights against the threat of having his entire memory erased as punishment for crimes he doesn't recall committing. The plot thickens as Mannion tries to prove his innocence, discovering that Commander Dubrow, his superior officer, set him up to hide his own wrongdoings. Mannion's search for his lost memories becomes crucial to proving he is innocent, leading to a dramatic showdown and his eventual freedom. The novel makes you think about guilt, whether we can trust those in charge, and what makes us who we are.