Who did Edward Coke prosecute as Attorney General?
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Robert Devereux
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Robert Devereux, the 2nd Earl of Essex, was prosecuted by Edward Coke, who served as Attorney General at the time. Devereux faced charges of treason for his involvement in an unsuccessful rebellion against Queen Elizabeth I in 1601. Coke played a crucial role in presenting the evidence and pursuing the legal case against Devereux, which ultimately led to his conviction and execution.
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