State of the Union Addresses of Andrew Johnson

The book ""State Of The Union Addresses of Andrew Johnson"" is a collection of speeches given by the 17th President of the United States, Andrew Johnson. The book includes all of Johnson's State of the Union addresses, which he delivered annually to Congress during his presidency from 1865 to 1869. The speeches cover a wide range of topics, including the Reconstruction of the South after the Civil War, the economy, foreign relations, and the role of the federal government. Johnson's speeches are known for their strong defense of states' rights and his opposition to Radical Republican policies. The book provides insight into the political climate of the time and the challenges faced by the country as it sought to rebuild after the Civil War. It also offers a glimpse into the leadership style and political beliefs of Andrew Johnson, who was a controversial figure in American history. Overall, the ""State Of The Union Addresses of Andrew Johnson"" is a valuable resource for historians, political scientists, and anyone interested in the history of the United States.I found the States suffering from the effects of a civil war. Resistance to the General Government appeared to have exhausted itself. The United States had recovered possession of their forts and arsenals, and their armies were in the occupation of every State which had attempted to secede. Whether the territory within the limits of those States should be held as conquered territory, under military authority emanating from the President as the head of the Army, was the first question that presented itself for decision.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.