Jenkins, John Stilwell; Everett, Edward; Sargent, Epes
Synopsis "Makers Of American History"
"Makers of American History: John Caldwell Calhoun" offers a detailed look into the life and career of one of the most influential figures in 19th-century American politics. Calhoun, a prominent statesman, served as Vice President, Secretary of War, Secretary of State, and as a representative and senator from South Carolina. This volume explores his evolving political thought, particularly his staunch defense of states' rights and his complex legacy regarding slavery. The book delves into Calhoun's role in key historical events, including the nullification crisis and the debates surrounding the expansion of slavery. Readers gain insight into his intellectual contributions and his impact on the course of American history. Calhoun's story is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the tensions that shaped the nation in the decades leading up to the Civil War.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
