Robert Tracewell Leander Mitchell (3 results)

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines various transportation systems and their development throughout history. The author details the evolution of transportation from foot traffic to jet planes, and discusses the ways in which new and better modes of transportation have increased global mobility. The book explores the social and economic impact of new transportation technologies, including the opening of new lands for settlement and trade, as well as the emergence of urban centers and increased global interdependence. The author also discusses the challenges and opportunities presented by emerging transportation technologies, and the potential for future developments in this field. 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.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a wealth of decisions made by the Comptroller of the Treasury between 1908 and 1909. It offers insights into the reasoning behind rulings on questions related to government spending, the interpretation of statutes, and the application of laws to various government agencies and their employees. The decisions cover a wide range of topics, including the entitlement of retired naval officers to constructive service pay, the mileage allowances for paymasters' clerks, and the classification of rations for commissioned officers. Through these decisions, the book provides a valuable glimpse into the legal and administrative landscape of the early 20th century United States, shedding light on the complexities of government operations and the evolving role of the Comptroller's office in ensuring fiscal responsibility and adherence to established regulations. 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.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores how United States territorial expansion after the Civil War affected the American military and the relationship between the military and civilians. The author considers the growth of the army to maintain order in a growing nation and the acquisition of territories overseas in relation to European powers. In examining the military's growth, the author also discusses the role of the military in securing rights for former slaves after the war. The author analyzes this period in which the army played a pivotal role in managing both internal and external affairs, and explores the resulting questions about the evolving relationship between civilians and the military. 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.