Address of Dr. A. P. Dostie

<p>This is a transcribed address from Dr. A.P. Dostie delivered to the Republican Association of New Orleans on May 9 1866. Dostie a prominent figure during the Civil War era offers his perspective on the political landscape immediately following the war's conclusion. His speech provides valuable insight into the challenges and opportunities facing the nation during Reconstruction particularly in the South. A staunch advocate for Republican ideals Dostie's address reflects the passions and divisions of a nation grappling with the aftermath of conflict and the promise of a new era. This historical document offers readers a direct connection to the voices and debates that shaped the course of American history. </p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><br>