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The Question Relating to a Scots Militia Considered (Classic Reprint): In a Letter to the Lords and Gentlemen Who Have Concerted the Form of a Law for ... Law for That Establishment (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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A clear argument for arming the people as the backbone of national liberty and security.
This edition presents a historical letter that argues for a national militia as a fundamental protection of liberty, commerce, and sovereignty. It frames how a nation’s strength comes from both its people and its military spirit, and it discusses Scotland’s place in the union and the case for extending constitutional defenses.
With a calm, persuasive voice, the work contrasts traditional armies with citizen militias and explains how public virtue, discipline, and readiness can shield a country from external danger and internal weakness. It also reflects on past wars, national unity, and the balance between civil policy and military readiness.
- Understand the debate over militia vs. standing armies and the claimed benefits of a trained, civilian-led defense.
- See how national strength is described as a mix of natural and artificial power, including arms and discipline.
- Explore arguments about Scotland’s rights, union, and timely extension of constitutional protections.
- Learn how historical fears and crises shaped views on security, governance, and liberty.
Ideal for readers of historical political essays and constitutional debates about defense, liberty, and national unity.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the history of militias in early Britain, scrutinizing fears of domestic tyranny, foreign invasion, and the long-running debate surrounding a national militia. The author argues that, despite repeated calls for a citizen militia throughout history, Britain did not establish a national program until the middle of the 18th century, primarily due to upper-class fears of an armed populace. The author explores how, despite apparent popular support for a militia, these fears manifested to stall any progress toward forming one for many years. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in British political history, governmental fears regarding citizen militias, and the evolving concept of national defense. 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 # 9781332842292_0
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