Program a Patriotic Celebration of the One Hundred and Thirty-Second Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Rhode Island Citizens' Historical Association

 
9781331674139: Program a Patriotic Celebration of the One Hundred and Thirty-Second Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Delve into a pivotal chapter of Rhode Island history and the long struggle over who could vote. This edition presents a detailed look at the Dorr era, its trials, and the debates that reshaped state government and suffrage.

Framed as an address and historical study, it tracks the Charter of 1663, the push for broader voting rights, and the legal battles that followed. The material helps readers understand how political power shifted in Rhode Island and why debates over representation mattered then and now.

What you will experience
- A clear account of the 1842 troubles and the Dorr War
- Examination of suffrage rules and how they were challenged
- Discussion of trials, sentences, pardons, and later restorations
- A focus on sources and common myths about Rhode Island’s charter history

Ideal for readers of American history, civic studies, and Rhode Island heritage who want a grounded overview of a key historical moment without spoilers about later interpretations.

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Edition présentée

ISBN 10 :  0267485867 ISBN 13 :  9780267485864
Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018
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