"State of the Union Addresses" by Chester Alan Arthur is a compilation of presidential speeches that offer a snapshot of America during the latter part of the 1800s. The book captures President Arthur's formal communications to Congress, revealing the political atmosphere, financial status, and important events that occurred throughout his time in office. The collection begins with Arthur's serious contemplation of the nation's successes and tragedies since the previous congressional meeting. He acknowledges the country's wealth and good fortune, recognizing generous harvests and overall well-being, while also lamenting the death of President James Garfield. The speeches cover a range of subjects, notably international affairs, through updates on treaties, discussions about the Panama Canal's development, and trade challenges with other countries, each address conveys the president's judgments and guidance to Congress, establishing a serious yet intimate tone as he tackles both national and global issues.
State of the Union Addresses
By Chester Alan Arthur
Witness a nation's triumphs and tribulations through the eyes of its leader as he navigates complex political landscapes and mourns the loss of a predecessor.
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About the AuthorChester Alan Arthur was the 21st president of the United States, serving from 1881 to 1885. He was a Republican lawyer from New York who previously served as the 20th vice president under President James A. Garfield. Assuming the presidency after Garfield's assassination, Arthur's presidency saw the largest expansion of the U.S. Navy, the end of the so-called "spoils system", and the implementation of harsher restrictions for migrants entering from abroad.
Chester Alan Arthur was the 21st president of the United States, serving from 1881 to 1885. He was a Republican lawyer from New York who previously served as the 20th vice president under President James A. Garfield. Assuming the presidency after Garfield's assassination, Arthur's presidency saw the largest expansion of the U.S. Navy, the end of the so-called "spoils system", and the implementation of harsher restrictions for migrants entering from abroad.
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