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Edwin McMasters Stanton: The Autocrat Of Rebellion, Emancipation And Reconstruction

Edwin McMasters Stanton: The Autocrat Of Rebellion, Emancipation And Reconstruction

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Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesCivil War Period (1850-1877)

ISBN10: 1161623825
ISBN13: 9781161623826
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 442
Weight: 2.16
Height: 1.00 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
Edwin McMasters Stanton: The Autocrat Of Rebellion, Emancipation And Reconstruction is a biography written by Frank Abial Flower. The book delves into the life of Edwin Stanton, who was a prominent figure in American politics during the Civil War and Reconstruction era. Stanton served as the Secretary of War under Presidents Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson, and played a crucial role in the Union's victory over the Confederacy.The book provides a detailed account of Stanton's life, from his early years as a lawyer in Ohio to his rise to power in Washington D.C. Flower explores Stanton's political views and his role in shaping the policies of the Lincoln and Johnson administrations. The book also delves into Stanton's personal life, including his relationships with his family and colleagues.One of the major themes of the book is Stanton's commitment to the abolition of slavery. Flower highlights the pivotal role that Stanton played in the Emancipation Proclamation and the passage of the 13th Amendment. The book also explores Stanton's role in the Reconstruction era, including his efforts to protect the rights of newly freed slaves.Overall, Edwin McMasters Stanton: The Autocrat Of Rebellion, Emancipation And Reconstruction is a comprehensive biography that provides a fascinating look into the life of one of America's most influential political figures.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.

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