A historic 1902 banquet marks a pledge of friendship between the United States and France. This book chronicles the dinner held by the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick in New York to honor the French mission and the Rochambeau statue unveiling in Washington, connecting memories of Yorktown to present-day ties.
The ceremony and surrounding events highlight a long, shared history between two nations. It describes how officials, diplomats, and citizens welcomed the French mission, celebrated Franco‑American cooperation, and reflected on the legacy of Rochambeau, Lafayette, and other allies who helped shape American independence.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book commemorates a grand dinner held in 1902 to honor the French government mission that journeyed to the US for the unveiling of the Rochambeau monument in Washington, DC. The author provides rich historical context for this event, detailing the significant role that France played in aiding the American colonies in their fight for independence from Great Britain. Through the compelling speeches and toasts delivered at the dinner, the author explores the enduring kinship between France and the US, emphasizing themes of gratitude, friendship, and shared ideals of liberty and democracy. The book sheds light on the multifaceted relationship between the two nations, highlighting the contributions of Irish-Americans to both countries and delving into the historical and cultural significance of the event it commemorates. 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 9781333462307_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333462307
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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-9781333462307
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)