John Grafton: The Declaration of Independence and Other Great Documents of American History: 1775-1865

The Declaration of Independence and Other Great Documents of American History: 1775-1865


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Thirteen compelling and influential documents: Patrich Henry's "Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death," Delcaration of Independence, The Constitution of the United States, James Madision's The Federalist, George Washington's First INaugural Address, The Monroe Doctrine, Lincoln's First Inaugural Address, The Emancipation Proclamation, Gettysburg Address, and more.

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Author: John Grafton
Number of Pages: 64 pages
Published Date: 14 Mar 2013
Publisher: Dover Publications Inc.
Publication Country: New York, United States
Language: English
ISBN: 9780486411248
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