Honoring a 19th‑century statesman whose career shaped law, politics, and public life. This commemorative work presents a detailed portrait of John Sergeant, a Philadelphia-born lawyer and legislator whose public service spanned Congress, state government, and local institutions.
This edition offers a concise, readable look at a life dedicated to the law, public improvement projects, and charitable causes. It situates his work in the early republic and early American republic, showing how one influential figure helped steer policy during a formative era.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a memorial for the honorable John Sergeant, a virtuous man who dedicated his life to his country, profession, and community. Sergeant was a distinguished attorney, serving on the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania and as a Commissioner of Bankrupts. He also had a long and successful career in politics, serving in both the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and the United States Congress. As a Congressman, Sergeant was a strong advocate for internal improvements, the restoration of the currency, and a system of protective tariffs. He was also a vocal opponent of the Missouri Compromise, which he believed was a violation of the principles of liberty and justice. The book concludes by reflecting on the legacy of Sergeant as a man of integrity, ability, and unwavering dedication to the public good. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331663256_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331663256
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331663256
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Etat : Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25981493/1
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