This volume contains the address of Lyon Gardiner Tyler, delivered likely during his tenure as president of the College of William & Mary. Tyler, son of former U.S. President John Tyler, offers insights into the historical and political landscape of late 19th-century America. The address provides a valuable glimpse into the perspectives and concerns of a prominent figure from a distinguished American family during a period of significant social and political change.
The speech, preserved in this publication, serves as a primary source document for understanding the intellectual and cultural currents of the time, making it a worthwhile resource for historians, political scientists, and anyone interested in American history.
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