The Constitutional History Of The Louisiana Purchase 1803-1812

The book ''The Constitutional History Of The Louisiana Purchase 1803-1812'' by Everett Somerville Brown is a comprehensive study of the legal and political aspects of the Louisiana Purchase. The book provides a detailed analysis of the constitutional issues surrounding the acquisition of the Louisiana territory by the United States from France in 1803. The author examines the debates and controversies that arose within the American government and the public regarding the legality of the purchase, the extent of the federal government’s power to acquire new territory, and the relationship between the federal government and the states. Brown also explores the impact of the Louisiana Purchase on the development of American constitutional law and the expansion of the nation’s territory.The book is divided into several chapters that cover different aspects of the Louisiana Purchase, including the negotiation and ratification of the treaty, the transfer of authority from France to the United States, and the challenges faced by the American government in governing the new territory. Overall, ''The Constitutional History Of The Louisiana Purchase 1803-1812'' offers a thorough and insightful examination of one of the most significant events in American history and its impact on the nation’s constitutional development.This Book Is Part Of The University Of California Publications In History Series.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.