Author |
Adams, Henry, 1838-1918 |
Title |
History of the United States of America, Volume 7 (of 9) : During the second administration of James Madison
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Original Publication |
New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1889.
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Note |
Reading ease score: 56.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Credits |
Richard Hulse and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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Summary |
"History of the United States of America, Volume 7 (of 9)" by Henry Adams is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume focuses on the events during the second administration of President James Madison from 1813 to 1817, detailing the complexities of the War of 1812 and its impact on U.S.-British relations. The book captures the critical moments and decisions made during this turbulent era, revolving around key themes such as military conflicts, international diplomacy, and the political landscape of the time. The opening of this volume introduces the political climate leading to the Second Administration of James Madison. It discusses the challenges faced by the United States following the declaration of war against England in 1812, including the diplomatic tensions with European nations like Russia and concerns over support from Federalist factions within America. Key figures such as Madison and Monroe navigate a series of military setbacks and political divisions while addressing public sentiment amidst the backdrop of military campaigns and shifts in international alliances. The text sets the stage for a detailed exploration of how these events shape the unfolding narrative of American history in this pivotal period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
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Subject |
United States -- History -- 1801-1809
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Subject |
United States -- History -- 1809-1817
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
72846 |
Release Date |
Jan 31, 2024 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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