Rufus King American Federalist

Author : Robert Ernst
Publisher : UNC Press Books
Page : 467 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2014-01-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9780807839485

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Rufus King by Robert Ernst Pdf

This is the first full-length biography of Rufus King. It emphasizes politics and diplomacy but also presents a well-rounded appraisal of King's personality, outlook, and interests. Many little-known facets of King's life are illuminated, including his relationship to the Burr-Hamilton duel. Originally published in 1968. A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.

Author : Robert Ernst
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 466 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1968
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 083573921X

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Rufus King, American Federalist by Robert Ernst Pdf

Author : Edward Hale Brush
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2013-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1258910780

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Rufus King and His Times by Edward Hale Brush Pdf

This is a new release of the original 1926 edition.

Author : Thomas J. Balcerski
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2019-08-02
Category : History
ISBN : 9780190914608

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Bosom Friends by Thomas J. Balcerski Pdf

The friendship of the bachelor politicians James Buchanan (1791-1868) of Pennsylvania and William Rufus King (1786-1853) of Alabama has excited much speculation through the years. Why did neither marry? Might they have been gay? Or was their relationship a nineteenth-century version of the modern-day "bromance"? In Bosom Friends: The Intimate World of James Buchanan and William Rufus King, Thomas J. Balcerski explores the lives of these two politicians and discovers one of the most significant collaborations in American political history. He traces the parallels in the men's personal and professional lives before elected office, including their failed romantic courtships and the stories they told about them. Unlikely companions from the start, they lived together as congressional messmates in a Washington, DC, boardinghouse and became close confidantes. Around the nation's capital, the men were mocked for their effeminacy and perhaps their sexuality, and they were likened to Siamese twins. Over time, their intimate friendship blossomed into a significant cross-sectional political partnership. Balcerski examines Buchanan's and King's contributions to the Jacksonian political agenda, manifest destiny, and the increasingly divisive debates over slavery, while contesting interpretations that the men lacked political principles and deserved blame for the breakdown of the union. He closely narrates each man's rise to national prominence, as William Rufus King was elected vice-president in 1852 and James Buchanan the nation's fifteenth president in 1856, despite the political gossip that circulated about them. While exploring a same-sex relationship that powerfully shaped national events in the antebellum era, Bosom Friends demonstrates that intimate male friendships among politicians were--and continue to be--an important part of success in American politics.

Author : Robert K. Wright,Morris J. MacGregor
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Government publications
ISBN : UOM:39015073593306

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Soldier-statesmen of the Constitution by Robert K. Wright,Morris J. MacGregor Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 8 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Statesmen
ISBN : MINN:31951002942748G

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Rufus King by Anonim Pdf

Author : Steven O'Brien
Publisher : VNR AG
Page : 500 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1991-10
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0874365708

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American Political Leaders by Steven O'Brien Pdf

This book includes biographical facts as well as political contributions.

Author : Spencer C. Tucker
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 4607 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2018-09-14
Category : History
ISBN : 9798216046912

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American Revolution [5 volumes] by Spencer C. Tucker Pdf

With more than 1,300 cross-referenced entries covering every aspect of the American Revolution, this definitive scholarly reference covers the causes, course, and consequences of the war and the political, social, and military origins of the nation. This authoritative and complete encyclopedia covers not only the eight years of the American Revolutionary War (1775–1783) but also the decades leading up to the war, beginning with the French and Indian War, and the aftermath of the conflict, with an emphasis on the early American Republic. Volumes one through four contain a series of overview essays on the causes, course, and consequences of the American Revolution, followed by impeccably researched A–Z entries that address the full spectrum of political, social, and military matters that arose from the conflict. Each entry is cross-referenced to other entries and also lists books for further reading. In addition, there is a detailed bibliography, timeline, and glossary. A fifth volume is devoted to primary sources, each of which is accompanied by an insightful introduction that places the document in its proper historical context. The primary sources help readers to understand the myriad motivations behind the American Revolution; the diplomatic, military, and political maneuvering that took place during the conflict; and landmark documents that shaped the founding and early development of the United States.

Author : Alexander Hamilton,John Jay,James Madison
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
Page : 455 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2018-08-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781528785877

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The Federalist Papers by Alexander Hamilton,John Jay,James Madison Pdf

Classic Books Library presents this brand new edition of “The Federalist Papers”, a collection of separate essays and articles compiled in 1788 by Alexander Hamilton. Following the United States Declaration of Independence in 1776, the governing doctrines and policies of the States lacked cohesion. “The Federalist”, as it was previously known, was constructed by American statesman Alexander Hamilton, and was intended to catalyse the ratification of the United States Constitution. Hamilton recruited fellow statesmen James Madison Jr., and John Jay to write papers for the compendium, and the three are known as some of the Founding Fathers of the United States. Alexander Hamilton (c. 1755–1804) was an American lawyer, journalist and highly influential government official. He also served as a Senior Officer in the Army between 1799-1800 and founded the Federalist Party, the system that governed the nation’s finances. His contributions to the Constitution and leadership made a significant and lasting impact on the early development of the nation of the United States.

Author : Donald B. Cole
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 493 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2014-07-14
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781400853618

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Martin van Buren and the American Political System by Donald B. Cole Pdf

Donald Cole analyzes the political skills that brought Van Buren the nickname Little Magician," describing how he built the Albany Regency (which became a model for political party machines) and how he created the Democratic party of Andrew Jackson. Originally published in 1984. The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the original texts of these important books while presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 382 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Historic sites
ISBN : UCAL:B4438344

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Signers of the Constitution by Anonim Pdf

Author : William C. Binning,Larry E. Esterly,Paul A. Sracic
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1999-07-30
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780313007620

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Encyclopedia of American Parties, Campaigns, and Elections by William C. Binning,Larry E. Esterly,Paul A. Sracic Pdf

In this comprehensive guide to the language of contemporary American politics, Binning offers clear descriptions of terms such as soft money, gerrymandering, and blanket primary. Examples are frequently offered to help clarify definitions. Particular attention is given to the ever-changing organizational structure of parties and contemporary electoral systems. In addition to defining political terms and systems, however, this encyclopedia explains campaign finance reform laws and the Voting Rights Act. The more significant Supreme Court decisions in these areas are summarized, with an eye to giving readers a greater understanding of how these laws have been interpreted and applied. This encyclopedia also describes the modern political campaign. Highlighted are the role of the media, the significance of presidential debates, the influence of campaign consultants, and the importance, types, and timing of primaries and caucuses. Brief biographies of important political figures such as presidents, vice presidents, and congressional and party leaders are also included, along with a concise summary of every presidential election since 1789.

Author : Frank Freidel,Frank Burt Freidel,Richard K. Showman
Publisher : Harvard University Press
Page : 644 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 1974
Category : History
ISBN : 0674375602

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Harvard Guide to American History by Frank Freidel,Frank Burt Freidel,Richard K. Showman Pdf

Editions for 1954 and 1967 by O. Handlin and others.

Author : Spencer C. Tucker
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 2782 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2014-06-11
Category : History
ISBN : 9798216079323

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The Encyclopedia of the Wars of the Early American Republic, 1783–1812 [3 volumes] by Spencer C. Tucker Pdf

Relatively little attention has been paid to American military history between 1783 and 1812—arguably the most formative years of the United States. This encyclopedia fills the void in existing literature and provides greater understanding of how the nation evolved during this era. This encyclopedia offers a comprehensive examination of U.S. military history from the beginning of the republic in 1783 up to the eve of war with Great Britain in 1812. It enables a detailed study of the Early Republic, during which ideological and political divisions occurred over the fledgling U.S. military. The entries cover all the important battles, key individuals, weapons, Indian nations, and treaties, as well as numerous social, political, cultural, and economic developments during this period. The contents of the work will enable readers at the high school, college, university, and even graduate level to comprehend how political parties emerged, and how ideological differences over the organization, size, and use of the military developed. Larger global developments, including Anglo-American and Franco-American interactions, relations between Middle Eastern states and the United States, and relations and warfare between the U.S. government and various Indian nations are also detailed. The extensive and detailed bibliographies will be immensely helpful to learners at all levels.

Author : Diane B. Boyle
Publisher : Government Printing Office
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Senators of the United States by Diane B. Boyle Pdf

S. Doc. 103-34. Compiled by Jo Anne McCormick Quatannens, Diane B. Boyle, editorial assistant, prepared under the direction of Kelly D. Johnston, Secretary of the Senate. Lists scholarly works that profile the lives and legislative service of senators and their autobiographies and other published works.