A Sketch of the Causes, Operations and Results of the San Francisco Vigilance Committee of 1856 (eBook)

Enriched edition. Unveiling the Vigilante Justice of 1856 San Francisco

Stephen Palfrey Webb (Autor)

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2020
125 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406609299-3 (EAN)

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In "A Sketch of the Causes, Operations and Results of the San Francisco Vigilance Committee of 1856," Stephen Palfrey Webb offers a meticulously researched examination of one of the most controversial episodes in American civic history. Webb's narrative navigates the chaotic landscape of 19th-century San Francisco, where lawlessness and corruption fueled the rise of a citizen-led vigilante movement. His literary style is characterized by a blend of poignant narrative and rigorous analysis, placing the Vigilance Committee within the broader context of social unrest and ethical duress during a transformative period in American history. Stephen Palfrey Webb, an esteemed historian and active participant in the political discourse of his time, was deeply influenced by the tumultuous events unfolding around him. His firsthand experiences and astute observations into the socio-political atmosphere of mid-19th-century America became the foundation for his incisive critiques. Webb's insights reflect a commitment to not only chronicling historical events but also probing the complex moral implications inherent in the actions of the Vigilance Committee. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, social justice, or the evolution of civic responsibility. Webb's analytical approach and vivid portrayal compel readers to reflect on the ramifications of vigilantism and the pursuit of order in times of chaos. As such, "A Sketch of the Causes, Operations and Results of the San Francisco Vigilance Committee of 1856" is highly recommended for scholars, historians, and general readers alike.

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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.3.2020
• Einführung: Vanessa Aldridge
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Vanessa Aldridge
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Neuzeit bis 1918
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► 20. Jahrhundert bis 1945
• Schlagworte: 1856 • 19th Century America • American Frontier • california history • Cultural conflict resolution • frontier community order • historical justice • historical research significance • political unrest • san francisco justice • San Francisco Vigilance Committee • Sociopolitical Analysis • Stephen Palfrey Webb • Urban Law Enforcement • Vigilance Committee history • Vigilante Justice • vigilante justice movements • vigilantism • Westward Expansion impact • Wild West