9781331702597 - Evidence: Reported to the Senate, by the Committee Appointed to Inquire Into the Facts Relating to the Conduct of John Smith a Senator From the State of Ohio, Decem... (4 resultados)

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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is an important collection of primary sources illuminating the 1806-1807 treason trial of former Vice President and Senator Aaron Burr. The documents provide unparalleled insights into the charges against Burr, his alleged conspiracy to establish an independent nation in the western territories of the United States, and his subsequent trial for treason. The author provides historical context for the trial, including the political climate and tensions between the United States and Spain over territories in the Southwest. Thematic depth and ideas presented in the book include the nature of treason, the limits of presidential power, and the role of the judiciary in protecting individual rights. Ultimately, this book offers a valuable examination of a pivotal moment in American history, showcasing the fragility of the young nation and the challenges it faced in maintaining its unity and sovereignty. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Condición: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from Evidence: Reported to the Senate, by the Committee Appointed to Inquire Into the Facts Relating to the Conduct of John Smith a Senator From the State of Ohio, December 21, 1807In testimony whereof, I have here.