A History of the United States of America: On a Plan Adapted to the Capacity of Youths, and Designed to Aid the Memory by Systematic Arrangement and Interesting AssociationsCarter, Hendee, 1833 - 352 páginas |
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... possession of Canada , and were leagued with several powerful tribes of In- dians , as often did the colonies become the theatre of their hostile operations . This period is therefore most remarkable for these three wars . The FOURTH ...
... possession of Canada , and were leagued with several powerful tribes of In- dians , as often did the colonies become the theatre of their hostile operations . This period is therefore most remarkable for these three wars . The FOURTH ...
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... possession. Columbus , in a rich dress , and with a drawn sword , soon after nded with his men , with whom having kneeled and kissed the pronounced by the English . These originally consisted of a. 12 PERIOD I - 1492 To 1607.
... possession. Columbus , in a rich dress , and with a drawn sword , soon after nded with his men , with whom having kneeled and kissed the pronounced by the English . These originally consisted of a. 12 PERIOD I - 1492 To 1607.
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... possession of the island , in the name of Queen Isabella , his patron . On landing , the Spaniards were surprised to find a race of people quite unlike any that they had ever seen before . They were of a dusky cop- per color - naked ...
... possession of the island , in the name of Queen Isabella , his patron . On landing , the Spaniards were surprised to find a race of people quite unlike any that they had ever seen before . They were of a dusky cop- per color - naked ...
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... of Florida . They returned without , attempting a set- tlement , but took possession of the country in behalf of the crown of England . * Irving's Columbus John Cabot appears to have been a native of Venice 14 PERIOD 1. - 1492 To 1607 .
... of Florida . They returned without , attempting a set- tlement , but took possession of the country in behalf of the crown of England . * Irving's Columbus John Cabot appears to have been a native of Venice 14 PERIOD 1. - 1492 To 1607 .
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... possession of the land without molesting a single owner . Samoset , having been treated with hospitality by these stran- gers , was disposed to cultivate a further acquaintance with them ; and , on his third visit , was accompanied by ...
... possession of the land without molesting a single owner . Samoset , having been treated with hospitality by these stran- gers , was disposed to cultivate a further acquaintance with them ; and , on his third visit , was accompanied by ...
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Página 232 - I firmly believe this; and I also believe that without his concurring aid, we shall succeed in this political building no better than the builders of Babel...
Página 177 - July ; and, at the same time it was voted, that a committee be appointed to prepare a DECLARATION, to the effect of the resolution. This committee was elected by ballot, on the following day, and consisted of THOMAS JEFFERSON, JOHN ADAMS, BENJAMIN FRANKLIN, ROGER SHERMAN, and ROBERT R. LIVINGSTON.
Página 259 - Where is the security for property, for reputation, for life, if the sense of religious obligations desert the oaths which are the instruments of investigation in courts of justice? And let us with caution indulge the supposition that morality can be maintained without religion.
Página 232 - I have lived, Sir, a long time ; and, the longer I live, the more convincing proofs I see of this truth, that GOD governs in the affairs of men. And, if a sparrow cannot fall to the ground without his notice, is it probable that an empire can rise without his aid 1 We have been assured, Sir, in the Sacred Writings, that, 'except the Lord build the house, they labor in vain that build it...
Página 222 - Filling a glass, he turned to them and said, "with a heart full of love and gratitude, I now take leave of you ; I most devoutly wish that your latter days may be as prosperous and happy, as your former ones have been glorious and honorable.
Página 222 - I consider it an indispensable duty to close this last act of my official life by commending the interests of our dearest country to the protection of Almighty God, and those who have the superintendence of them to his holy keeping.
Página 334 - It shall be their duty, as soon as may be, to pass such laws as may be necessary, First. To prevent free negroes and mulattoes from coming to and settling in this state under any pretext whatsoever ; and, Second.
Página 151 - They planted by your care ! No, your oppressions planted them in America. They fled from your tyranny to a then uncultivated and inhospitable country, where they exposed themselves to almost all the hardships to which human nature is liable; and among others, to the cruelties of a savage foe, the most subtle, and I will take...
Página 267 - ... any false, scandalous, and malicious writing or writings against the government of the United States, or either house of the Congress of the United States...
Página 221 - And being now to conclude these his last public orders, to take his ultimate leave in a short time of the military character, and to bid a final adieu to the armies he has so long had the honor to command, he can only again offer, in their behalf, his recommendations to their grateful country, and his prayers to the God of armies.