The Impeachment And Trial Of Andrew Johnson, Seventeenth President Of The United States

""The Impeachment and Trial of Andrew Johnson, Seventeenth President of the United States"" is a historical account written by David Miller Dewitt. The book explores the impeachment and trial of President Andrew Johnson in 1868, which was the first-ever impeachment of a U.S. president. Dewitt delves into the political climate of the time and the events that led to Johnson's impeachment. He also examines the key players involved in the impeachment process, including members of Congress and the Supreme Court. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the impeachment trial, including the arguments made by both the prosecution and defense. Dewitt also explores the impact that the trial had on American politics and the presidency. Overall, ""The Impeachment and Trial of Andrew Johnson, Seventeenth President of the United States"" is a comprehensive and insightful look into one of the most significant moments in American political history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the presidency, impeachment, and American politics.The Author Examined Private Papers Of The Ex-President, Scrapbooks Compiled By One Of His Private Secretaries, Documents, Periodicals And Newspapers Of The Day.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.