Addresses Of John Hay

By John Hay

Book Overview

The book ""Addresses of John Hay"" is a collection of speeches and addresses given by the American statesman and diplomat John Hay. Throughout his career, Hay held various positions in the US government, including serving as private secretary to Abraham Lincoln during the Civil War, and later as Secretary of State under Presidents William McKinley and Theodore Roosevelt.The addresses in this book cover a wide range of topics, including politics, diplomacy, literature, and American history. Some of the most notable speeches include Hay's eulogy for President McKinley, his remarks on the Spanish-American War, and his thoughts on the role of the United States in international affairs.Hay was known for his eloquence and wit, and his speeches reflect those qualities. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of America's most prominent statesmen, and offers insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by the United States during a pivotal period in its history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417961708
• ISBN13: 9781417961702
• Release Date: May 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 360 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"