""The Other Side of the Declaration of Independence: A Lecture"" is a historical work by Frank Bergen, first published in 1898. In this book, Bergen provides a critical analysis of the Declaration of Independence, exploring the document from a different perspective than what is typically taught in schools. He argues that the Declaration was not solely a statement of political ideals and principles, but also a strategic move by the American colonists to gain support from foreign powers in their fight against the British. ...
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""The Other Side of the Declaration of Independence: A Lecture"" is a historical work by Frank Bergen, first published in 1898. In this book, Bergen provides a critical analysis of the Declaration of Independence, exploring the document from a different perspective than what is typically taught in schools. He argues that the Declaration was not solely a statement of political ideals and principles, but also a strategic move by the American colonists to gain support from foreign powers in their fight against the British. Bergen examines the historical context in which the Declaration was written, including the political and social tensions of the time, and the role of key figures such as Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin. He also discusses the impact of the Declaration on American politics and society, and its enduring legacy as a symbol of American freedom and democracy. Overall, ""The Other Side of the Declaration of Independence"" offers a thought-provoking and insightful perspective on one of the most important documents in American history.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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