State Papers And Correspondence Bearing Upon The Purchase Of The Territory Of Louisiana (1903)

State Papers and Correspondence Bearing Upon the Purchase of the Territory of Louisiana is a historical book published in 1903 by the United States House of Representatives. The book contains a collection of documents, letters, and reports related to the acquisition of Louisiana from France by the United States in 1803. The Louisiana Purchase was a significant event in American history, as it nearly doubled the size of the country and gave the United States control over the Mississippi River and New Orleans. The book includes letters between President Thomas Jefferson and various diplomats, as well as reports from American officials who negotiated the purchase with the French government. The documents provide insight into the negotiations, the motivations behind the purchase, and the reactions of various political figures at the time. The book is a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the early history of 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.