Centennial Oration

By Robert G. Ingersoll

Book Overview

The Centennial Oration is a speech given by Robert G. Ingersoll on July 4th, 1876, to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the United States of America. In this oration, Ingersoll reflects on the history of the country, its founding principles, and its progress over the past century. He discusses the role of the founding fathers, the importance of freedom and democracy, and the challenges faced by the country in its early years. Ingersoll also addresses contemporary issues, such as the ongoing struggle for civil rights and the need for continued progress in the years to come. The Centennial Oration is a powerful and thought-provoking speech that remains relevant today, as the United States continues to grapple with issues of equality, justice, and democracy.THIS 40 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll: Political V9, by Robert G. Ingersoll. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766172783.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: 1162882069
• ISBN13: 9781162882062
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"