A Contribution to History

A Contribution to History offers a detailed examination of Edwin M. Stanton, a key figure in Abraham Lincoln's cabinet during the tumultuous years leading up to and during the American Civil War. This collection of papers, written by Henry Wilson and Jeremiah S. Black, delves into Stanton's character and his significant public services during this critical period.The book provides valuable insights into the political landscape of the time and Stanton's role in shaping the Union's war efforts. Readers interested in the inner workings of the Lincoln administration and the challenges faced during the Civil War era will find this book a compelling read. It remains a vital resource for understanding the complexities of 19th-century American history and the individuals who shaped its course.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.