The Impeachment of President Andrew Johnson - History Of The First Attempt to Impeach the President of The United States & The Trial that Followed | Actions of the House of Representatives & Trial by the Senate for High Crimes and Misdemeanors in Office

Edmund G. Ross

ISBN 10: 8027333768 / ISBN 13: 9788027333769

Published by e-artnow, 2019

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The Impeachment of President Andrew Johnson - History Of The First Attempt to Impeach the President of The United States & The Trial that Followed | Actions of the House of Representatives & Trial by the Senate for High Crimes and Misdemeanors in Office | Edmund G. Ross | Taschenbuch | Kartoniert / Broschiert | Englisch | 2019 | e-artnow | EAN 9788027333769 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand.

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• Title: The Impeachment of President Andrew Johnson - History Of The First Attempt to Impeach the President of The United States & The Trial that Followed | Actions of the House of Representatives & Trial by the Senate for High Crimes and Misdemeanors in Office
• Publisher: e-artnow
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 8027333768
• ISBN 13: 9788027333769
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 229W x 152H x 8D millimeters 229 millimeters width by 152 millimeters height by 8 millimeters depth
• Weight: 220 grams
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In "The Impeachment of President Andrew Johnson," Edmund G. Ross meticulously examines the tumultuous period following the American Civil War when the nation grappled with profound questions about governance, authority, and democracy. Ross employs a detailed narrative style, blending historical documentation with vivid character portrayals. The work contextualizes Johnson’s presidency within the broader framework of Reconstruction, highlighting the political and social tensions that culminated in the unprecedented impeachment trial, thereby contributing significantly to the discourse on presidential power and accountability in American history. Edmund G. Ross, a prominent journalist and politician in the late 19th century, provides a unique perspective shaped by his own involvement as a Republican senator during the impeachment process. His firsthand experience of the political machinations and ideological divisions of the time infuses the narrative with authenticity and depth. Ross's subsequent disavowal of partisan politics ultimately positioned him as a crucial observer, reinforcing his commitment to justice and the rule of law throughout his writings. This book is an essential read for students of American history, political science, and law, as it offers a compelling insight into the dynamics of impeachment, making connections to contemporary governance issues. Readers will appreciate Ross's balanced approach, which invites reflection on the delicate interplay between power and accountability that remains relevant today.