James Monroe: A Republican Champion (Contested Boundaries)

Poston, Brook

ISBN 10: 0813056101 / ISBN 13: 9780813056104

Editore: University Press of Florida, 2019

In. Codice articolo ria9780813056104_new

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Despite serving his country for 50 years and being among the most qualified men to hold the office of president, James Monroe is an oft-forgotten Founding Father. In this book, Brook Poston reveals how Monroe attempted to craft a legacy for himself as a champion of American republicanism.

Monroe’s dedication to the vision of a modern republic built on liberty began when he joined the American Revolution. His devotion to the cause further developed under his apprenticeship to Thomas Jefferson. These experiences spurred him to support the virtues of republicanism during the French Revolution, when he tried to create an alliance between the United States and the French republic despite ire from the U.S. Federalist party. As Monroe climbed the political ranks, his achievements began to add up: he played a significant role in the Louisiana Purchase, helped lead the fight against Great Britain in the War of 1812, oversaw the acquisition of Florida from Spain, and created the Monroe Doctrine to protect the Americas from the influence of European monarchies.

Focusing exclusively on America’s fifth president and his complete commitment to republicanism, this book offers new interpretations of James Monroe as a patriot who dedicated his life to what he believed was perhaps the most important cause in human history.

A volume in the series Contested Boundaries, edited by Gene Allen Smith

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Titolo: James Monroe: A Republican Champion (...
Casa editrice: University Press of Florida
Data di pubblicazione: 2019
Legatura: Rilegato
Condizione: New