William McKinley

The book ''William McKinley: V1 American Statesmen Series'' by Charles S. Olcott is a comprehensive biography of the 25th President of the United States, William McKinley. This book is the first volume in the American Statesmen Series and provides a detailed account of McKinley’s life, from his childhood in Ohio to his rise in politics and eventual presidency.The author, Charles S. Olcott, delves into McKinley’s personal and political life, including his early years as a lawyer, his service in the Civil War, his tenure as a congressman, and his rise to the presidency. Olcott also explores McKinley’s policies and decisions as president, including his handling of the Spanish-American War, his efforts to expand American trade and commerce, and his approach to foreign relations.The book provides a nuanced and well-researched portrait of McKinley, highlighting his strengths as a leader and his contributions to American politics and society. Olcott also examines the challenges and controversies that McKinley faced during his presidency, including the debate over imperialism and the growing tensions between the United States and other world powers.Overall, ''William McKinley: V1 American Statesmen Series'' is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, politics, or leadership. It offers a detailed and insightful look at one of the most important figures in American history and provides a rich understanding of the political and social context of his time.1916. Other volumes in this set include ISBN number(s): 0766182738. Volume 1 of 2. McKinley’s life, from his election to Congress in 1876, until the close of his career, was so interwoven with the vast political and economic changes which marked the last quarter of the nineteenth century, that any complete account of it must be historical as well as biographical. Contents: Ancestry and Environment; Boyhood Days; Volunteer and Lawyer; Early Political Campaigns; Tariff; Protectionist; McKinley Bill; Currency; Sectionalism; Governor of Ohio; Presidential Campaign; Inauguration; Dingley Tariff; Civil Service Reform; Isthmian Canal; Hawaii; Cuba. Illustrated.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.