The Illinois Constitutional Convention of 1862 is a historical book written by Oliver Morton Dickerson in 1905. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Illinois Constitutional Convention of 1862, which was a significant event in the state's history. The convention was called to revise the state's constitution, which had been in place since 1848. The book details the events leading up to the convention, the delegates who attended, and the debates and discussions that took place during the convention. Dickerson's ...
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The Illinois Constitutional Convention of 1862 is a historical book written by Oliver Morton Dickerson in 1905. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Illinois Constitutional Convention of 1862, which was a significant event in the state's history. The convention was called to revise the state's constitution, which had been in place since 1848. The book details the events leading up to the convention, the delegates who attended, and the debates and discussions that took place during the convention. Dickerson's book also explores the political and social context of the convention, including the issues of slavery and the Civil War, which were major factors in the state's politics at the time. The author provides a detailed analysis of the debates and compromises that were made during the convention, and how they shaped the state's constitution and its subsequent history. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Illinois, the Civil War, or constitutional law. It provides a detailed and engaging account of a significant event in the state's history, and sheds light on the political and social issues of the time. The book is well-researched and well-written, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers. Overall, The Illinois Constitutional Convention of 1862 is an important work of historical scholarship that offers a fascinating glimpse into the past.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.
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