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Samuel Jordan Kirkwood

Samuel Jordan Kirkwood

Clark, Dan Elbert

Paperback

Political BiographiesFiction AnthologiesCivil War Period (1850-1877)

ISBN10: 1163301477
ISBN13: 9781163301470
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 474
Weight: 1.38
Height: 0.95 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Samuel Jordan Kirkwood is a biographical book written by Dan Elbert Clark. The book tells the life story of Samuel Jordan Kirkwood, a prominent American politician and statesman who lived in the 19th century. Kirkwood was born in Harford County, Maryland, in 1813 and grew up on a farm. He received a limited education and worked as a teacher before moving to Ohio in 1835. In Ohio, he worked as a journalist and became involved in politics.Kirkwood served as a member of the Ohio House of Representatives and later as the Ohio Secretary of State. He then moved to Iowa, where he became the Governor of the state. Kirkwood is known for his leadership during the Civil War, where he played a key role in organizing and equipping Iowa's soldiers. He also helped to establish the state's public school system and was a strong advocate for women's suffrage.The book provides a detailed account of Kirkwood's life, including his childhood, education, political career, and personal life. It also explores the historical context of the time, including the Civil War and the struggle for women's rights. The book is well-researched and provides a comprehensive look at Kirkwood's life and legacy. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, politics, or biography.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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