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Edward Carson is also remembered for the trial of which famous author?
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Oscar Wilde
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Edward Carson is also remembered for the trial of Oscar Wilde. He was a lawyer who defended Wilde, but was unsuccessful and Wilde was found guilty of gross indecency and sentenced to two years' hard labour. Carson's role in the trial has been controversial, with some people arguing that he was responsible for Wilde's downfall, while others argue that he was simply doing his job.
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