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Matthew Lyon, The Hampden Of Congress: A Biography

Matthew Lyon, The Hampden Of Congress: A Biography

McLaughlin, James Fairfax

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ISBN10: 1432634259
ISBN13: 9781432634254
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Jun 1 2007
Pages: 564
Weight: 1.80
Height: 1.26 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Matthew Lyon, The Hampden Of Congress: A Biography is a book written by James Fairfax McLaughlin. It is a comprehensive biography of Matthew Lyon, who was an American politician and soldier. Lyon was born in Ireland in 1749 and emigrated to the United States in 1765. He played a significant role in the American Revolutionary War and was later elected to the United States House of Representatives.The book provides a detailed account of Lyon's life, starting from his early years in Ireland and his immigration to the United States. It covers his military career, including his service in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. The book also explores Lyon's political career, including his election to the United States House of Representatives in 1796.The book delves into Lyon's personality and character, highlighting his strong convictions and his willingness to stand up for his beliefs, even in the face of opposition. It also discusses his role in the political controversies of his time, including his opposition to the Alien and Sedition Acts.Overall, Matthew Lyon, The Hampden Of Congress: A Biography provides a fascinating look at the life of a significant figure in American history. It is a well-researched and engaging biography that will appeal to anyone interested in American politics and history.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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