The Substance of the Speech of William Harrison, esq.: Before the Select Committee of the House of Commons, on East India-built Shipping, on Monday, A Paperback - 2010

This is a transcript of "The Substance of the Speech of William Harrison, Esq." delivered before the Select Committee of the House of Commons on April 18, 1814. The committee, chaired by Sir Robert Peel, was convened to discuss matters related to East India-built shipping. Harrison's speech likely addresses the economic, legal, and political considerations surrounding the construction and utilization of ships built in India within the context of British trade and imperial policy.

This historical document offers insights into the debates and concerns of the time regarding the East India Company, maritime trade, and the relationship between Britain and its Indian territories. It is valuable for researchers interested in economic history, maritime law, and the history of British India.

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