The Slaveholding Class Dominant in the Republic. Speech of William H. Seward at Detroit October 2 1856; Volume 2

<p>This is a reproduction of a speech delivered by William H. Seward in Detroit on October 2 1856. Entitled The Slaveholding Class Dominant in the Republic the address focuses on the contentious issue of slavery in the United States and its impact on the nation's political landscape. Seward a prominent figure in the anti-slavery movement and later Secretary of State under Presidents Lincoln and Johnson argues against the expansion of slavery and critiques the political power wielded by slaveholders.</p> <p>This speech offers valuable insight into the political climate leading up to the Civil War. It showcases Seward's eloquent rhetoric and his passionate stance on one of the most divisive issues in American history. It provides a firsthand account of the arguments and concerns of those who sought to limit and ultimately abolish slavery in the United States. The Slaveholding Class Dominant in the Republic is a significant historical document for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of the antebellum period and the origins of the Civil War.</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>