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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of how the American system of governing territories was established in the Northwest Territory, a vast region that would eventually become the states of Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin. The author argues that this system was a major achievement in American history, and that it played a crucial role in the development of the United States as a nation. The book begins by discussing the challenges that the new nation faced in governing its western territories. These challenges included the presence of Native American tribes, the need to attract settlers, and the difficulty of maintaining order in a region that was far from the centers of government. The author then describes the various measures that were taken to address these challenges. These measures included the establishment of a territorial government, the negotiation of treaties with Native American tribes, and the creation of a land survey system. The central argument of the book is that the American system of territorial government developed in the Northwest Territory was a flexible and effective way to govern a region that was undergoing rapid change and growth. The system allowed for local self-government while still maintaining a degree of control from the central government. It also provided a framework for the eventual admission of new states into the Union. By exploring the establishment of the American colonial system in the Northwest Territory, this book sheds new light on the process of westward expansion and the development of American democracy. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, law, or political science. 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 9781333942380_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333942380
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