Southern Commercial Conventions (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781025996998)

"Southern Commercial Conventions 1837-1859" provides a comprehensive historical analysis of the series of economic gatherings that shaped the antebellum American South. Herbert Wender meticulously examines the motivations and outcomes of these conventions, which brought together Southern leaders to discuss the region's economic future during a period of escalating sectional tension. The work delves into the specific efforts made by Southern states to achieve commercial independence from the North, focusing on proposals for direct trade with Europe, the development of internal transportation networks, and the promotion of local manufacturing.

Through a detailed study of convention proceedings and contemporary accounts, the book highlights the shift from purely economic concerns to more overtly political and secessionist rhetoric as the 1850s progressed. It serves as a vital resource for understanding the complex interplay between commerce, slavery, and political ideology in the years leading up to the Civil War. By exploring the vision and frustrations of Southern commercial advocates, Wender offers deep insight into the regional identity and economic strategies of the pre-war South.

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