"Address of President McKinley, at the dedication of the Grant Monument, New York, April 27, 1897" by William McKinley, is a historical record that captures a powerful speech given to honor Ulysses S. Grant, the renowned general and former President. The heart of the book is President McKinley's reflections on Grant’s life and service to America, particularly his role in reuniting the country after the Civil War. McKinley touches upon Grant’s admirable personal qualities and his lasting impact on a grateful nation. The address also reflects on the monument itself as a lasting symbol of liberty, loyalty, and the healing of old wounds. This moment is more than just a dedication; it's a celebration of Grant's enduring place in American history, meant to inspire patriotism and unity for years to come.
Address of President McKinley, at the dedication of the Grant Monument, New York, April 27, 1897
By William McKinley
Listen to the powerful words of a nation's leader honoring a military hero and former president, forever solidifying his place in the tapestry of American history.
Summary
About the AuthorWilliam McKinley was the 25th president of the United States, serving from 1897 until his assassination in 1901. A member of the Republican Party, he led a realignment that made Republicans largely dominant in the industrial states and nationwide for decades. He presided over victory in the Spanish–American War of 1898; gained control of Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines; restored prosperity after a deep depression; rejected the inflationary monetary policy of free silver, keeping the nation on the gold standard; and raised protective tariffs.
William McKinley was the 25th president of the United States, serving from 1897 until his assassination in 1901. A member of the Republican Party, he led a realignment that made Republicans largely dominant in the industrial states and nationwide for decades. He presided over victory in the Spanish–American War of 1898; gained control of Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines; restored prosperity after a deep depression; rejected the inflationary monetary policy of free silver, keeping the nation on the gold standard; and raised protective tariffs.
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