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David Wilmot, Free-Soiler: A Biography Of The Great Advocate Of The Wilmot Proviso

David Wilmot, Free-Soiler: A Biography Of The Great Advocate Of The Wilmot Proviso

Going, Charles Buxton

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ISBN10: 1169378196
ISBN13: 9781169378193
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 818
Weight: 3.57
Height: 1.69 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
David Wilmot, Free-Soiler: A Biography Of The Great Advocate Of The Wilmot Proviso by Charles Buxton Going is a comprehensive biography of David Wilmot, a prominent American politician and advocate for the abolition of slavery. The book explores Wilmot's life and career, from his early years in Pennsylvania to his time as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives and his role in the fight against the expansion of slavery into the western territories. Going examines Wilmot's famous Wilmot Proviso, which aimed to prevent slavery from spreading into new states and territories, and the impact it had on the political landscape of the time. The book also delves into Wilmot's personal life, including his family, friends, and political allies, providing a well-rounded portrait of this important figure in American history. With meticulous research and engaging storytelling, David Wilmot, Free-Soiler is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the United States and the fight against slavery.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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