Origin And Early Progress Of The Republican Party In The United States Together With The History Of Its Formation In Massachusetts (1879)

""Origin And Early Progress Of The Republican Party In The United States: Together With The History Of Its Formation In Massachusetts"" is a historical book written by Stephen Merrill Allen and published in 1879. The book provides a detailed account of the formation and early years of the Republican Party in the United States, with a particular focus on its development in Massachusetts. The book begins with a brief overview of the political landscape in the United States in the mid-19th century, including the rise of the anti-slavery movement and the growing tensions between the North and South. It then delves into the origins of the Republican Party, tracing its roots back to the Free Soil Party and the Whig Party. The book examines the key figures and events that shaped the early years of the Republican Party, including the election of Abraham Lincoln in 1860 and the outbreak of the Civil War. It also explores the role of the party in the abolition of slavery and the reconstruction of the South after the war. Throughout the book, Allen provides a wealth of historical detail and analysis, drawing on a wide range of primary sources to paint a vivid picture of the Republican Party's early years. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of American politics, particularly the development of the Republican Party and its impact on the nation's history.With A Memorial Address On The Recurrence Of Its Twenty-Fifth Anniversary.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.