The Official Correspondence On The Claims Of The United States In Respect To The Alabama (1867)

By Charles Francis Adams, John Russell, Charles Francis Adams Sr.

Book Overview

The Official Correspondence On The Claims Of The United States In Respect To The Alabama (1867) is a historical document compiled by John Russell. The book contains official correspondence between the governments of the United States and Great Britain regarding the claims of the former in respect to the Confederate cruiser Alabama during the American Civil War.The correspondence covers the period from 1862 to 1866 and includes letters, telegrams, and other official documents exchanged between the two nations. The book sheds light on the diplomatic efforts made by the United States to seek compensation from Great Britain for the damage caused by the Alabama to its merchant vessels.The book provides a detailed account of the legal arguments put forth by both sides and the negotiations that took place to resolve the dispute. It also includes the text of the Treaty of Washington, which was signed in 1871 and settled the claims of the United States against Great Britain in respect to the Alabama.Overall, The Official Correspondence On The Claims Of The United States In Respect To The Alabama (1867) is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the diplomatic efforts made by the United States to seek justice for the damage caused by the Confederate cruiser Alabama during the American 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: 1437306268
• ISBN13: 9781437306262
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"