A History Of The General Assembly Of Maryland, 1635-1904 (1904)

A History Of The General Assembly Of Maryland, 1635-1904 is a comprehensive account of the legislative body of Maryland from its inception in 1635 to the turn of the 20th century. Written by Elihu Samuel Riley and published in 1904, the book provides a detailed overview of the assembly's history, including its early colonial origins, its role in the American Revolution, and its evolution into a modern legislative body.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different period in the assembly's history. The first section provides an overview of the assembly's early years, including its establishment by the Maryland Charter of 1632 and its initial meetings in St. Mary's City. Subsequent sections cover the assembly's role in the American Revolution, its struggles during the Civil War, and its efforts to modernize and adapt to changing political and social conditions in the late 19th century.Throughout the book, Riley provides detailed accounts of key events and figures in the assembly's history, including the role of William Paca in the American Revolution, the debates over slavery and secession during the Civil War, and the efforts of progressive reformers to modernize the assembly in the late 19th century. He also provides extensive analysis of the assembly's institutional structure and its relationship with other branches of government, as well as its impact on Maryland's political and social development over the centuries.Overall, A History Of The General Assembly Of Maryland, 1635-1904 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Maryland, the legislative process, or American political history more broadly. Its detailed accounts of key events and figures, as well as its thoughtful analysis of the assembly's role in Maryland's development, make it a valuable addition to any library or collection of historical works.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.