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In 1774, which American diplomat was formally accused of treason by the British?

treason

[tree-zuhn] / ˈtri zən /


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The American Framers repeatedly mentioned corruption as being, next to treason, the most necessary ground for presidential impeachment.

From Slate ● Oct. 30, 2026

Another potential flashpoint is the treason trial of opposition leader Tundu Lissu, whose verdict is due on November 6.

From Barron's ● Oct. 29, 2026

As Pádraig Pearse read the proclamation on the steps of the Dublin's General Post Office, Casement was locked in the Tower of London awaiting trial for treason.

From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2026

Sources could be accused of violating censorship laws—or, worse, committing treason.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 25, 2026

And now this demon was talking about breaking into the Ice Court, about getting Matthias to commit treason.

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo


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