Barnes' Centenary History

Barnes������� Centenary History: One Hundred Years Of American Independence is a book written by Joel Dorman Steele that provides a comprehensive account of the first one hundred years of American independence. The book covers the period from 1776, when the United States declared its independence from Great Britain, to 1876, which marked the country's centennial celebration.The author, Joel Dorman Steele, was a renowned American educator, author, and lecturer who wrote several books on history, science, and literature. In this book, he provides an in-depth analysis of the events, people, and ideas that shaped the United States during its first century of independence.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific period in American history. The first chapter provides an overview of the events leading up to the American Revolution, including the French and Indian War and the Stamp Act. The subsequent chapters cover the major events of the Revolution, including the Declaration of Independence, the Battle of Bunker Hill, and the signing of the Treaty of Paris.The book also covers the period of the early republic, including the drafting of the Constitution, the presidency of George Washington, and the War of 1812. Later chapters cover the period of westward expansion, including the Louisiana Purchase, the Lewis and Clark Expedition, and the Mexican-American War.Throughout the book, Steele provides detailed descriptions of the key figures who shaped American history, including George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Andrew Jackson, and Abraham Lincoln. He also discusses the major social, economic, and cultural changes that occurred during this period, including the rise of industrialization and the abolition of slavery.Overall, Barnes������� Centenary History: One Hundred Years Of American Independence is a comprehensive and engaging account of the first century of American independence. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history and the events that shaped the nation during its formative years.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.