Speech Of Viscount Palmerston On The Treaty Of Washington (1843)

The book ""Speech of Viscount Palmerston: On The Treaty Of Washington (1843)"" is a collection of speeches delivered by Henry John Temple, also known as Viscount Palmerston, on the Treaty of Washington in 1843. The Treaty of Washington was a treaty signed between the United States and Great Britain in 1842, which resolved several disputes between the two nations, including the border between Maine and Canada, the extradition of criminals, and the suppression of the African slave trade.Viscount Palmerston was a British statesman who served as Foreign Secretary and Prime Minister during the 19th century. In this book, he provides his perspective on the Treaty of Washington and its implications for British foreign policy. He discusses the negotiations that led to the treaty, the key provisions of the treaty, and the potential impact of the treaty on British interests.The speeches in this book offer a unique insight into the political and diplomatic landscape of the 19th century, as well as the views of one of Britain's most prominent statesmen. They provide a valuable resource for historians, political scientists, and anyone interested in the history of international relations.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.