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3 unusual facts about Edward George Clarke


Edward George Clarke

Clarke represented Oscar Wilde in his ill-advised prosecution of the Marquess of Queensberry for criminal libel.

His legal career included representing Oscar Wilde in his disastrous prosecution of the Marquess of Queensberry for libel, and representing the plaintiff in the "Baccarat Case", during which Sir Edward cross-examined the Prince of Wales.

Royal baccarat scandal

Sir William was represented by Sir Edward Clarke, one of England's most talented barristers, and the defence was led by Sir Charles Russell.



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