Speech of Benjamin Wood, of New York, on the State of the Union, in the House of Representatives, May 16th, 1862; Volume 2 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781172516193)

This is the text of a speech delivered by Benjamin Wood, a Representative from New York, to the House of Representatives on May 16th, 1862. Addressed to the crucial issues surrounding the State of the Union during the American Civil War, Wood's speech offers a valuable contemporary perspective on the political and social tensions of the era. This volume provides insight into the debates and concerns facing the nation during one of its most tumultuous periods. It is a vital resource for understanding the complexities of the war and the challenges of preserving the Union.

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