The Tariff History Of The United States (1914)

The Tariff History Of The United States is a book written by Frank William Taussig in 1914. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of tariffs in the United States, starting from the early colonial period to the early 20th century. It covers the economic, political, and social factors that influenced the development of tariffs in the country and the impact of these tariffs on the economy and society.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific period in the history of tariffs in the United States. It begins with a discussion of the colonial period, where tariffs were used primarily to generate revenue for the British government. It then moves on to the early years of the United States, where tariffs were used to protect domestic industries from foreign competition.The book also covers the major tariff acts in the country's history, including the Tariff of 1828, which led to the Nullification Crisis, and the Tariff of 1890, which was designed to protect American industry but had unintended consequences. It also discusses the impact of tariffs on specific industries, such as agriculture and manufacturing.Overall, The Tariff History Of The United States is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of tariffs in the United States and their impact on the country's economy and society.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.