Bøker av Benjamin Franklin Shambaugh

This fascinating historical volume collects primary source material from the early days of Iowa statehood. With transcripts of debates from the constitutional conventions of 1844 and 1846, as well as commentary from the period's newspapers and other media outlets, this book offers a unique glimpse into the political and social context of a young and rapidly developing territory. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American Midwest.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

First published in 1899, this book by Benjamin F. Gue provides a detailed look at the lives and achievements of some of Iowa's most prominent citizens. From business leaders to politicians to doctors and lawyers, Gue chronicles the stories of those who helped shape the state's history. With contributions from historian Benjamin Franklin Shambaugh, the book also includes an in-depth look at Iowa's past, from its early days as a territory to its role in the Civil War and beyond.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.