Cession Of The Northwest Territory And The Ordinance Of 1787

""Cession Of The Northwest Territory And The Ordinance Of 1787: An Address"" is a historical address delivered by Alexander Pope Humphrey in 1884. The book discusses the history and importance of the Northwest Territory, which was ceded by the British to the United States after the American Revolutionary War. The book also explores the creation and significance of the Ordinance of 1787, which established the framework for the territorial government and the eventual admission of new states into the Union. Humphrey's address provides a detailed account of the political and social context of the time, as well as the debates and controversies surrounding the creation of the Northwest Territory and the Ordinance of 1787. The book is a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the early history of the United States.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.