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Title: History of the United States of America, Volume 6 (of 9) : During the first administration of James Madison
Original Publication: New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1889.
Note: Reading ease score: 55.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Richard Hulse, Karin Spence 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.)
Summary: "History of the United States of America, Volume 6 (of 9)" by Henry Adams is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume focuses on the first administration of President James Madison, covering the significant events and political maneuvers between 1809 and 1813 during a tumultuous period in American history, particularly in relation to foreign relations and the tensions leading to the War of 1812. The opening of this volume sets the stage for the complex diplomatic challenges faced by Madison, especially regarding relations with Great Britain and France. It begins by outlining Britain's precarious situation as it contended with the threat of Napoleon's ambitions in Europe while simultaneously managing its colonies and international trade. The narrative introduces the frustrations of American diplomats who, like William Pinkney, grapple with British policies such as the Orders in Council and the illegal blockades impacting U.S. trade, ultimately leading to heightened tensions that foreshadow America's entry into war. This opening segment thoroughly examines the legislative and diplomatic strategies employed by Madison's administration, reflecting on the interplay between national honor, economic interests, and international diplomacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Adams, Henry, 1838-1918
EBook No.: 72884
Published: Feb 6, 2024
Downloads: 61
Language: English
Subject: United States -- History -- 1801-1809
Subject: United States -- History -- 1809-1817
LoCC: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: History of the United States of America, Volume 6 (of 9) : During the first administration of James Madison
Original Publication: New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1889.
Note: Reading ease score: 55.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Richard Hulse, Karin Spence 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.)
Summary: "History of the United States of America, Volume 6 (of 9)" by Henry Adams is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume focuses on the first administration of President James Madison, covering the significant events and political maneuvers between 1809 and 1813 during a tumultuous period in American history, particularly in relation to foreign relations and the tensions leading to the War of 1812. The opening of this volume sets the stage for the complex diplomatic challenges faced by Madison, especially regarding relations with Great Britain and France. It begins by outlining Britain's precarious situation as it contended with the threat of Napoleon's ambitions in Europe while simultaneously managing its colonies and international trade. The narrative introduces the frustrations of American diplomats who, like William Pinkney, grapple with British policies such as the Orders in Council and the illegal blockades impacting U.S. trade, ultimately leading to heightened tensions that foreshadow America's entry into war. This opening segment thoroughly examines the legislative and diplomatic strategies employed by Madison's administration, reflecting on the interplay between national honor, economic interests, and international diplomacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Adams, Henry, 1838-1918
EBook No.: 72884
Published: Feb 6, 2024
Downloads: 61
Language: English
Subject: United States -- History -- 1801-1809
Subject: United States -- History -- 1809-1817
LoCC: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.