Compressed View of the Points to Be Discussed: In Treating With the United States of America; A. D. 1814; With an Appendix and Two Maps (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Explore the politics of a young empire and how Canada could shape a postwar map.
This concise tract, first published in 1814, examines the strategic value of British North America and argues for a new boundary with the United States. It also weighs trade, defense, and alliance with Indigenous nations as pillars of security and prosperity.
In clear, practical terms, the book traces how past treaties and missteps affected British interests, and why protecting Canada mattered for national power. It connects the lessons of war to long-term policy, outlining how colonies could supply the West Indies, strengthen naval capacity, and curb American expansion.- Understand the price of costly diplomacy and the case for a defined boundary between Britain’s colonies and the United States
- See how colonial trade and independence debates influenced naval strategy and West Indies provisioning
- Learn why Indigenous alliances and loyalist populations were seen as vital to security
- Grasp the broader argument for reviving a colonial system to support Britain’s global interests
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides an overview of the historical and contemporary tensions between Great Britain and the United States over North American territorial boundaries and the treatment of the indigenous people within those territories. The author elucidates the complex dynamics of diplomacy and power struggles that have shaped the relationship between the two nations in this region. Through a detailed analysis of treaties, negotiations, and military conflicts, the book sheds light on the underlying motivations and strategic objectives of both sides. The author crafts a nuanced and insightful examination of the intricacies of international relations, the significance of natural resources and trade, and the ongoing struggles for sovereignty and self-determination in North America. This book is essential reading for anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of the historical and geopolitical forces that have shaped the relationship between Great Britain and the United States, and their profound impact on the lives of the indigenous peoples of North America. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331033639_0
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