Documentary History Of The Cession Of Louisiana To The United States, Till It Became An American Province (1903)

The Documentary History of the Cession of Louisiana to the United States, Till It Became an American Province is a historical book written by Rufus Blanchard and published in 1903. The book provides a comprehensive account of the events leading up to the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, when the United States acquired Louisiana from France. The author draws on a variety of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official documents, to provide a detailed and accurate account of the negotiations and transactions that took place between France and the United States. The book also covers the early years of American rule over Louisiana, including the challenges faced by the new American government in establishing control over the territory and integrating it into the broader American political and economic system. Overall, the Documentary History of the Cession of Louisiana to the United States is an important and informative resource for anyone interested in the history of the United States and its acquisition of new territories in the early years of the nation's existence.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.