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The Hereditary Friendship of the Cincinnati (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Alexander, Charles Beatty

 
9781331701958: The Hereditary Friendship of the Cincinnati (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore how a historic alliance shaped American memory and honors the Cincinnati's enduring friendship.

This book presents a ceremonial speech from 1917 that surveys the Society of the Cincinnati’s origins, its debate over hereditary succession, and the lasting ties between American and French partners in the American Revolution. It frames the organization as a living link to a pivotal era while tracing the ideals of friendship, charity, and national duty.

- Delves into the formation of the Society and its founding principles
- Explains the debate over hereditary rules and why some colonies resisted reform
- Highlights key figures, including Lafayette, Washington, and French officers honored by the Society
- Explores the broader impact of Franco-American friendship on national memory

Ideal for readers of American history, Revolutionary War lore, and biographical studies of civic fraternal organizations.

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