Publisher's Synopsis
""Rhode Island in the Continental Congress: With the Journal of the Convention that Adopted the Constitution, 1765-1790"" is a historical book written by William R. Staples. The book focuses on the role that Rhode Island played in the Continental Congress during the period of 1765-1790. It provides a detailed account of the state's involvement in the events leading up to the American Revolution, including the Stamp Act, the Boston Tea Party, and the Declaration of Independence. The book also covers Rhode Island's participation in the Constitutional Convention of 1787 and the subsequent ratification of the United States Constitution. The author, William R. Staples, was a prominent Rhode Island historian who served as the state's secretary of state from 1846 to 1853. He draws on a variety of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official documents, to provide a comprehensive account of Rhode Island's role in the formation of the United States. Overall, ""Rhode Island in the Continental Congress"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Rhode Island or the early years of the United States. It provides a detailed and engaging account of the state's involvement in the events that shaped the nation.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.
