Address of President McKinley, at the dedication of the Grant Monument, New…
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"Address of President McKinley, at the dedication of the Grant Monument, New York, April 27, 1897" is a historical address by President William McKinley, delivered during the dedication ceremony of the Grant Monument in New York. This speech, which dates to the late 19th century, serves as a tribute to Ulysses S. Grant, a celebrated American military leader and the 18th President of the United States. The likely topic of the book
revolves around the commemoration of Grant's contributions to the nation, emphasizing his legacy as a soldier and a statesman. In his address, President McKinley reflects on the significance of Grant’s life and accomplishments, emphasizing the unity and peace that his leadership brought to a divided nation following the Civil War. He highlights Grant’s virtues, character, and the enduring respect he commands from both those he led and his former adversaries. McKinley speaks to the importance of the Grant Monument as a testament to Grant's legacy, asserting that it not only honors the personal nobility of the man but also symbolizes the broader ideals of liberty, loyalty, and national reconciliation. The speech ultimately serves to solidify Grant's status as an enduring figure of American history, whose influence will resonate for future generations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | McKinley, William, 1843-1901 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 79323013 |
| Title | Address of President McKinley, at the dedication of the Grant Monument, New York, April 27, 1897 |
| Original Publication | Washington: not given, 1897. |
| Credits | Produced by Donald Cummings (from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Library of Congress.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 51.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F106: United States local history: Atlantic coast. Middle Atlantic States |
| Subject | General Grant National Memorial (New York, N.Y.) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 73807 |
| Release Date | Jun 11, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 265 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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