The United States of America

The United States of America V1 is a historical book written by Edwin Erle Sparks. It is a comprehensive account of the early history of the United States of America, covering the period from the arrival of the first European explorers in the 16th century to the end of the 19th century. The book provides a detailed analysis of the political, social, economic, and cultural developments that shaped the nation during this period.The author begins by discussing the early explorations of the New World by European powers such as Spain, France, and England. He then goes on to examine the colonial period, discussing the establishment of the first English colonies in Virginia and Massachusetts, and the growth of the slave trade.The book also covers the American Revolution, the drafting of the Constitution, and the early years of the new nation under the leadership of George Washington. The author provides a detailed analysis of the political and economic challenges faced by the young nation, including the War of 1812, the Industrial Revolution, and the growth of sectionalism that ultimately led to the Civil War.Throughout the book, the author provides a balanced and nuanced perspective on the events and issues that shaped the United States in its early years. He draws on a wide range of primary and secondary sources to provide a rich and detailed narrative that will be of interest to anyone interested in American history. Overall, The United States of America V1 is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the foundations of the world's most powerful nation.Two provisions in Jefferson's first draft of the Ordinance of 1784 were struck out by the Congress before adoption. One, which forbade granting of titles of nobility, was eliminated because, as Jefferson wrote to Madison, ""it was thought an improper place to encounter them."" The contest against the introduction of aristocracy was unlikely to be precipitated in the backwoods bordering the Ohio River. Yet the provision would have been in keeping with the spirit of the times. Congress had recently rejected a proposition made to Washington by the Polish Order of Knights of Divine Providence that their order should be officially extended to the United States.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.