Excerpt from Report of Samuel B. Ruggles, Commissioner Appointed by the Governor of the State of New York: Under the Concurrent Resolution of the Legislature, of April 22, 1862, in Respect to the Enlargement of the Canals for National Purposes
Herewith [the accompanying report of the Hon. Samuel E. Rug gles, commissioner appointed pursuant to the concurrent resolu.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the compelling history of New York's role in the expansion of national defenses during the Civil War. Samuel B. Ruggles, a key figure in the movement to fortify the northern and northwestern lakes, compiles reports, letters, and resolutions from 1862 that provide insights into the vision and concerns of the time. The author traces the legislative initiatives to enlarge the state's canals, accommodating military vessels vital to securing the lakes from potential British invasion. The book also explores the broader national context of these efforts, highlighting their significance in strengthening transportation networks, fostering economic growth, and consolidating the newly formed country. It underscores the importance of these initiatives in ensuring the Union's military preparedness and preserving the integrity of its vast waterways. 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. Seller Inventory # 9780265097670_0
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