Negro Suffrage And Congressional Representation (1910)

By James Albert Hamilton

Book Overview

Negro Suffrage and Congressional Representation is a historical book written by James Albert Hamilton in 1910. The book explores the history of African American suffrage and representation in the United States Congress. Hamilton delves into the Reconstruction era and the Civil Rights Movement, analyzing the political and social factors that led to the passage of the 15th Amendment to the Constitution, granting African American men the right to vote. Hamilton also examines the impact of African American voters on congressional representation, discussing the election of African American representatives and the role they played in shaping legislation. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the struggles faced by African Americans in their quest for political equality, and the ways in which they overcame obstacles to achieve greater representation in Congress. Overall, Negro Suffrage and Congressional Representation is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of African American political rights and representation in the United States. It offers a detailed account of the struggles and triumphs of African Americans in their fight for political equality, and sheds light on the complex social and political forces that shaped this important period in American 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: 1166279723
• ISBN13: 9781166279721
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 72 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"