A Sketch of the Causes, Operations and Results of the San Francisco Vigilance Committee of 1856 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781023038362)

"A Sketch of the Causes, Operations and Results of the San Francisco Vigilance Committee of 1856" by Stephen Palfrey Webb offers a compelling look into a pivotal moment in California history. This account meticulously details the formation and activities of the San Francisco Vigilance Committee of 1856, a citizen-led organization formed in response to rampant crime and perceived corruption in the city.

Explore the context surrounding the Committee's emergence, examining the social and political forces at play in the burgeoning American West. Webb's work provides insights into the Committee's methods, objectives, and the lasting impact of their actions on San Francisco and the wider region. Delve into the complexities of frontier justice and the ongoing struggle to establish law and order in a rapidly developing society. A valuable resource for anyone interested in California history, true crime, and the turbulent era of the 19th-century American West.

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Author: Stephen Palfrey Webb
ISBN-10: 1023038366
ISBN-13: 9781023038362
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Language: English
Published: 03/28/2025
Pages: 26
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.11lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.05d