The Romance Of Conquest

The Romance of Conquest: The Story of American Expansion Through Arms and Diplomacy is a historical account written by William Elliot Griffis in 1899. The book chronicles the United States' expansion during the 19th century through military and diplomatic means. The author explores the motivations behind American expansionism, including the desire for new markets, resources, and territory. The book covers various events, such as the Louisiana Purchase, the Mexican-American War, and the Spanish-American War. Griffis also delves into the cultural and social impacts of expansionism on both the United States and the countries it conquered. The Romance of Conquest provides a detailed and insightful look into American imperialism during the 19th century and its lasting effects on the world.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.