Andrew Ballantyne was imprisoned in Dingwall Courthouse and Jail after his arrest in June 1844. This was a new building that had already been put to use in 1843 following the Resolis Riots. Some of the rioters were imprisoned there. It is interesting to note how differently Andrew and the rioters were treated. Andrew received…
The trial also heard the testimony from people who Andrew met and spoke to during the days before he headed off to Fort Augustus from Strathpeffer. Reading the testimonies gives a small insight into Andrew's personality. He seems to be full of plans and ideas, talking to everybody he meets, trying to involve his mates…
The trial was well on its way. There didn't seem to be much hope for Andrew after listening to the witnesses. He also had to face a jury of fifteen men. This must have been very intimidating. In this post I've tried to discover a little about these men. Who were they and why were…
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