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John Sherman: American Statesmen Series

John Sherman: American Statesmen Series

Burton, Theodore E.

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Political BiographiesFiction AnthologiesCivil War Period (1850-1877)

ISBN10: 1162627727
ISBN13: 9781162627724
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 470
Weight: 1.37
Height: 0.95 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book John Sherman: American Statesmen Series written by Theodore E. Burton is a comprehensive biography of John Sherman, an American politician who served as a senator and congressman from Ohio in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book provides a detailed account of Sherman's life, from his early years in Ohio to his rise in politics and his contributions to American history.Burton delves into Sherman's family background, education, and early career, as well as his involvement in the Republican Party and his role in shaping American policy during the Civil War and Reconstruction eras. The book also covers Sherman's work on economic and financial issues, including his authorship of the Sherman Antitrust Act of 1890, which sought to regulate monopolies and promote competition.Throughout the book, Burton provides insight into Sherman's personal life, including his relationships with his family and colleagues, as well as his struggles with health issues. The author also explores the impact of Sherman's political career on American history, particularly in the areas of economic policy and civil rights.Overall, John Sherman: American Statesmen Series is a detailed and engaging biography that offers a fascinating look at the life and legacy of one of America's most influential statesmen.1906. John Sherman's public career extended from March 1855 to April 1898, a period of more than forty-three years. It included being a member of the House of Representatives and of the Senate, Secretary of the Treasury, and Secretary of State. Contents: Ancestry, Early Life and Surroundings; Election to Congress; Member of the House of Representatives, The Thirty Sixth Congress; Civil War and its Problems; National Banking System; Reconstruction Period; Financial Conditions after the Civil War; Reduction of Taxation; National Debt; Final Accomplishment of Legislation for Resumption; Secretary of the Treasury; Return to the Senate; Foreign Affairs; In the Senate; Secretary of State. Illustrated.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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