[Lewis Cass Speeches and other publications], 1830-1856

Summary

Creator:

Cass, Lewis, 1782-1866

Abstract:

Speeches and publications, 1830-1856, of Lewis Cass, democratic politician.

Extent:

1 linear foot (22 items)

Language:

English

Call Number:

DA 2 C343 S742

Authors:

Finding aid created by Michigan Historical Collections Staff

Background

Scope and Content:

Speeches and publications, 1830-1856, of Lewis Cass, democratic politician. Topics include, prosecution of the war and Mexico, extension of slavery in Kansas and Nebraska territories, railroad land grants and other internal improvement projects and foreign affairs. Some speeches were delivered in the U.S. Senate, other at various civic or ceremonial affairs.

Biographical / Historical:

Territorial Governor of Michigan, Superintendent of Indian Affairs, Secretary of War under President Jackson, U.S. minister to France, and Democratic politician.

Subjects

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Subjects:

Slavery -- United States -- Extension to the territories.

Names:

Cass, Lewis, 1782-1866.

Places:

United States -- Politics and government -- 1815-1861.