Message of His Excellency, Richard Yates (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 133118181X / ISBN 13: 9781331181811

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book presents insights into the history of the state of Illinois, chronicling events from its origin as a wilderness to its transformation into a thriving and prosperous hub of agriculture, manufacturing, and commerce. Amidst the challenges of the Civil War, Illinois stood tall, contributing its sons and daughters to the cause of preserving the Union. The author delves into various aspects, including advancements in agriculture, the manufacturing sector, educational reforms, and the development of crucial institutions like the Illinois and Michigan Canal. This book offers a comprehensive narrative, shedding light on Illinois's growth and evolution within the broader context of the nation's history. Its analysis of the state's contributions to the war effort, its economic strides, and its commitment to education underscores the book's significance in understanding Illinois's journey from frontier to a flourishing and influential state in the Union. 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.

Seller Inventory # 9781331181811_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Message of His Excellency, Richard Yates (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 133118181X
• ISBN 13: 9781331181811
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
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Synopsis

Illinois at war: a powerful, detailed look at a governor’s plea for unity, growth, and resolve in 1863.

This selection presents a sweeping speech that ties wartime duties to economic strength, infrastructure, and civic duty, showing how agriculture, industry, and population drive a state’s resilience during the Civil War.

Through focused sections on farming, railroads, and city growth, the address connects national crisis to local progress. It also outlines ideas for military training, the elected officers system, and voting rights for volunteers, all aimed at strengthening Illinois’ role in the Union.

• How agriculture and industry are described as key to national strength during war.
• The pivotal role of railroads and commerce in sustaining resources and troop movement.
• Proposals for military education, organization, and officer elections.
• Arguments for national unity over party politics in times of crisis.

Ideal for readers of Civil War history, state politics, and 19th‑century leadership. The excerpt sheds light on how a state leader framed policy, loyalty, and progress amid upheaval.