Speech Of Mr. Fessenden, Of Maine, Upon The Army Appropriation Bill (1842)

""Speech Of Mr. Fessenden, Of Maine, Upon The Army Appropriation Bill (1842)"" is a political speech delivered by William Pitt Fessenden, a senator from Maine, in the United States Senate in 1842. The speech is focused on the Army Appropriation Bill, which allocated funds for the maintenance and expansion of the United States Army. Fessenden argues that the bill is unnecessary and wasteful, and that the government should focus on reducing its debt instead. He also criticizes the military for its inefficiency and lack of accountability. Fessenden's speech is a reflection of the political climate of the time, when the United States was facing economic difficulties and there was a growing concern about government spending. The book provides a valuable insight into the debates surrounding military spending in the mid-19th century, and is a useful resource for historians and political scientists interested in this period of 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.