9780259946465 - calendar virginia state papers and other manuscripts, vol. 6: august 11, 1792, to december 31, 1793, preserved in the capitol at richmond (classic ... in the capitol at richmond (classic reprint) di mcrae, sherwin (3 risultati)

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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the fascinating and often overlooked conflict between the Indiana Company and the Commonwealth of Virginia over land claims in the Ohio Valley. It delves into the complex history of land ownership in North America, from the original Indian tribes, through colonial charters, to the founding of the United States. The author meticulously analyzes the legal arguments and historical evidence surrounding the Indiana Company's claim to the land, known as "Indiana," based on a 1768 treaty with the Six Nations. The book examines the company's efforts to develop and settle the territory, and Virginia's strenuous opposition, which ultimately prevented large-scale colonization of the west until after the Revolutionary War. The book reveals the crucial role that Virginia's assertion of its territorial rights played in shaping the westward expansion of the United States, as the state's steadfast refusal to cede its claims effectively stalled the westward movement until a stronger national identity emerged. This book offers a unique perspective on the complex and often contentious issue of land ownership in early America, highlighting the importance of historical precedent and territorial rights in the formation of the United States. 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.…