Melvin Johnson White
'The Secession Movement In The United States, 1847-1852' examines the burgeoning secessionist sentiments in the United States during the crucial years leading up to the Civil War. Melvin Johnson White delves into the political, social, and economic factors that fueled the growing divide between the North and the South, focusing on the period immediately following the Mexican-American War and the Compromise of 1850. The book explores the key events, figures, and intellectual currents that shaped the secession movement, providing valuable insights into the complex dynamics of a nation on the brink of collapse.This detailed historical account offers a nuanced understanding of the arguments for and against secession, shedding light on the deep-seated tensions surrounding slavery, states’ rights, and federal power. It is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the origins of the American Civil War and the enduring legacy of this pivotal period in American history.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.
