National Rights And State Rights: A Review Of The Case Of Alexander McLeod (1841)

By John Pickering

Book Overview

""National Rights and State Rights: A Review of the Case of Alexander McLeod"" is a historical book written by John Pickering in 1841. The book presents an analysis and review of the controversial legal case of Alexander McLeod, a British subject who was accused of participating in the 1837 Caroline affair, a violent clash between American and British forces on the Niagara River.The book explores the complex issues of national sovereignty, state sovereignty, and the relationship between the federal government and the states in the United States. It delves into the legal arguments presented by both sides of the case and provides a detailed examination of the trial proceedings and their implications for the broader political and legal landscape of the time.Through his analysis, Pickering argues for the importance of upholding national rights and the supremacy of federal law over state law in cases involving international relations and national security. He also highlights the need for clear and consistent legal frameworks to guide decision-making in such complex cases.Overall, ""National Rights and State Rights"" provides a valuable historical perspective on the complex legal and political issues surrounding the Alexander McLeod case, and sheds light on the ongoing tensions between national and state sovereignty in the United States.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: 1120651603
• ISBN13: 9781120651600
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 50 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"