Book detail: The Virginia and Kentucky Resolutions of 1798 and '99: With Jefferson's Original Draught Thereof. Also, Madison's Report, Calhoun's Address, Resolutions of the Several States in Relation to State Rights. With Other Documents in Support of the Jeffersonian Doctrines of '98 is presented as a focused source page for quotations connected with this book, collection, transcript, or source record.
The Virginia and Kentucky Resolutions of 1798 and 1799 are significant documents in American history, reflecting debates over federalism and state sovereignty. This volume includes the original draft by Thomas Jefferson, James Madison's report, and addresses by John C. Calhoun. It also features resolutions from various states concerning state rights and includes additional documents that support the Jeffersonian doctrines of 1798. The book is a compilation of primary sources that provide insight into the political and constitutional issues of the time.
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