A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Confederacy (2 vols.)

by James D. Richardson

Publisher:

United State Publishing Company

, 1905–1906

Overview

Explore a unique piece of American history’s bloodiest conflict with the Messages and Papers of the Confederacy. A companion to James D. Richardson’s celebrated Message and Papers of the Presidents, these volumes illuminate the counterpart governmental and diplomatic operations of the Confederacy during the Civil War. They contain all of Confederate President Jefferson Davis’ addresses, proclamations, and messages, as well as the classified correspondence of the Confederate State Department. Richardson also provides biographical sketches of the most significant figures in the Confederate government, including President Davis, Robert E. Lee, Alexander H. Stephens, and Robert Toombs.

Seeking to leave an objective, convenient, and enduring record, Richardson makes no comment on the historical documents and presents his biographies “without any sectional or political bias.” These volumes provide invaluable firsthand insight into the actions and attitudes of the Confederate government, and will fascinate any historian or social scientist.

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Key Features

• Includes the classified diplomatic correspondence of the Confederate State Department
• Explores Civil War history from a unique perspective
• Provides insight into the actions and attitudes of the Confederate government

Product Details

• Title: A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Confederacy
• Editor: James D. Richardson
• Publisher: United States Publishing Company
• Volumes: 2
• Pages: 1,441
• Resource Type: Collected Works
• Topic: Modern History

About James D. Richardson

James D. Richardson was a democratic congressman from Tennessee’s fifth congressional district. He fought for the Confederacy during the Civil War. He became on of the earliest house minority leaders, holding that position during the 56th and 57th Congresses, from 1899 to 1903. In 1894, he was commissioned by Congress to compile The Messages and Papers of the Presidents.