Some Remarks Upon a Late Pamphlet Entituled An Argument Shewing That a Standing Army is Inconsistent With a Free Government...

<p>This is a digitally restored and enhanced edition of Some Remarks Upon a Late Pamphlet Entituled An Argument Shewing That a Standing Army is Inconsistent With a Free Government... originally published in 1697. Authored by John Trenchard this work offers a critical response to the debate surrounding the role of a standing army in a free government during late 17th century England.</p> <p>Trenchard's remarks delve into the constitutional and political implications of maintaining a permanent military force addressing concerns about liberty and governmental power. This edition preserves the original text's integrity while providing enhanced readability for modern scholars and enthusiasts interested in the history of political thought and the development of constitutional principles. It remains a vital document for understanding the anxieties and arguments of the era offering insight into the foundations of modern democratic ideals and the ongoing tension between security and freedom.</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>