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Speech Of William Slade (1840)

Speech Of William Slade (1840)

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral SociologySelf-Help

ISBN10: 1165883910
ISBN13: 9781165883912
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 50
Weight: 0.18
Height: 0.10 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Speech of William Slade (1840) is a historical book that features a speech delivered by William Slade in the United States House of Representatives on January 16, 1840. Slade was a Whig Party politician and a member of Congress representing Vermont during the 19th century.In his speech, Slade addressed the issue of slavery and its impact on American society. He argued that slavery was a moral evil and a violation of the principles of the Declaration of Independence. Slade also discussed the economic and political implications of slavery, including the negative effects it had on the labor market and the potential threat it posed to the stability of the Union.The book provides a detailed account of Slade's speech, including his arguments and the reactions of his fellow members of Congress. It also includes an introduction that provides historical context for Slade's speech and its significance in the broader debate over slavery in the United States.Overall, Speech of William Slade (1840) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of slavery and the struggle for civil rights in the United States. It offers a compelling argument against the institution of slavery and provides insight into the political and social climate of the early 19th century.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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