The Illinois Constitutional Convention Of 1862

By Oliver Morton Dickerson

Book Overview

The Illinois Constitutional Convention of 1862 is a historical book written by Oliver Morton Dickerson and originally published in 1905. The book provides a detailed account of the proceedings of the convention that was held in Springfield, Illinois in 1862, which was responsible for drafting and adopting a new state constitution. The author provides a comprehensive analysis of the political, social, and economic factors that led to the need for a new constitution, as well as the debates and discussions that took place during the convention. The book also explores the key issues that were addressed in the new constitution, including the rights of African Americans, the power of the state government, and the relationship between the state and federal government.The Illinois Constitutional Convention of 1862 is a valuable resource for historians, political scientists, and anyone interested in the history of Illinois and the United States. The book offers a unique insight into the political and social climate of the time, and provides a detailed account of the events that shaped the state's constitution and its impact on Illinois society.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: 1167169387
• ISBN13: 9781167169380
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 62 Pages
• Weight: 0.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"