Life Of John C. Calhoun

Life Of John C. Calhoun

John Caldwell Calhoun / Robert Mercer Taliaferro Hunter

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Biografía: general
ISBN:
9780548850954
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The Life of John C. Calhoun, written by John Caldwell Calhoun himself and published in 1843, is a comprehensive account of the political events that took place between the years 1811 and 1843. The book covers the life and career of John C. Calhoun, one of the most prominent American politicians of the 19th century.Calhoun was a statesman, lawyer, and political theorist who served as the Vice President of the United States under both John Quincy Adams and Andrew Jackson. He was also a U.S. Senator from South Carolina, a member of the House of Representatives, and the Secretary of War under James Monroe.The book provides a detailed account of Calhoun’s life and his political career, including his views on states’ rights, nullification, and slavery. It also covers the major political events of the time, such as the War of 1812, the Missouri Compromise, and the Nullification Crisis.The Life of John C. Calhoun is an important historical document that provides insight into the political and social climate of the early 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, or the life of one of America’s most influential politicians.Together With A Selection From His Speeches, Reports, And Other Writings Subsequent To His Election As Vice-President Of The United States, Including His Leading Speech On The Late War Delivered In 1811.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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