History And Management Of Land Grants For Education In The Northwest Territory

""History and Management of Land Grants for Education in the Northwest Territory: Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin"" is a historical account of the land grant system for education in the Northwest Territory of the United States. Written by George Wells Knight and published in 1885, the book provides a detailed overview of the legislation and policies that led to the establishment of land grants for education in the five states mentioned in the title. The book begins with a brief history of the Northwest Territory and the role of education in its development. It then delves into the various land grant acts that were passed by the federal government, including the Northwest Ordinance of 1787, the Morrill Act of 1862, and the Morrill Act of 1890. Knight describes how these acts provided land and funding for the establishment of colleges and universities in the region, and how these institutions were managed and governed over time. He also discusses the impact that these land grants had on the growth and development of the region, both in terms of education and economic prosperity. Throughout the book, Knight provides detailed statistics and historical anecdotes to support his arguments and provide a comprehensive understanding of the topic. He also includes a number of maps and illustrations to help readers visualize the geographic and demographic changes that occurred as a result of the land grant system. Overall, ""History and Management of Land Grants for Education in the Northwest Territory"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education in the United States, as well as the development of the Midwest region.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.