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Cass, Lewis (1782-1866) Discourse pronounced at the capitol of the United States, in the Hall of Representatives, before the American Historical Society, January 30, 1836, by the Hon. Lewis Cass, President of the Society.

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00267.367 Author/Creator: Cass, Lewis (1782-1866) Place Written: Washington, D.C. Type: Pamphlet Date: 1836 Pagination: 1 v. : 58 p. ; 21.5 x 13.6 cm. Order a Copy

Printed by P. Thompson. Cass discusses history, praises George Washington, etc. Cover is missing; possibly previously bound in a larger volume.

Cass was a United States Senator from Michigan 1845-1856.

Cass, Lewis, 1782-1866
Washington, George, 1732-1799

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