Sketch Of The Life And Public Services Of Edward D. Baker, U.S. Senator From Oregon

By Joseph Wallace

Book Overview

""Sketch of the Life and Public Services of Edward D. Baker, U.S. Senator from Oregon"" is a biographical account of the life and career of Edward D. Baker, an American politician and military leader who served as a U.S. Senator from Oregon. Written by Joseph Wallace, the book provides a detailed overview of Baker's life, including his early years, his military service during the Mexican-American War and the Civil War, and his political career as a member of the Whig and Republican parties. The book also explores Baker's contributions to the development of Oregon and the United States, including his work on issues such as slavery, territorial expansion, and the construction of the transcontinental railroad. Through a combination of primary sources and personal anecdotes, ""Sketch of the Life and Public Services of Edward D. Baker, U.S. Senator from Oregon"" offers a comprehensive portrait of one of America's most influential politicians and military leaders.And Formerly Representative In Congress From Illinois, Who Died In Battle Near Leesburg, Virginia, October 21, 1861. Relates His Service In The Black Hawk War, Illinois State Legislature, Mexican War, Oregon And Civil War.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: 1428603034
• ISBN13: 9781428603035
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"