The Inaugural Address Delivered in Brunswick September 9th 1802

<p>The Inaugural Address Delivered in Brunswick September 9th 1802 presents the inaugural address of Joseph McKeen delivered upon his assumption of the presidency of Bowdoin College. This speech offers a glimpse into the values and aspirations of early American higher education reflecting the intellectual and moral foundations upon which institutions like Bowdoin were established. McKeen's address articulates the importance of education in shaping responsible citizens and leaders for the new republic.</p> <p>As a primary source document this address provides valuable insights into the educational philosophies and societal expectations of the early 19th century. It serves as a historical record of the ideals that guided the development of American colleges and universities emphasizing the cultivation of knowledge virtue and public service. This work is essential for historians educators and anyone interested in the intellectual history of the United States and the evolution of its academic institutions.</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>