Constitutional Problems Under Lincoln - Softcover

Constitutional Problems Under Lincoln

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Constitutional Problems Under Lincoln' is an exhaustive and scholarly examination of the complex legal landscape that defined the American Civil War. As the United States faced its greatest internal crisis, the administration of Abraham Lincoln was forced to confront unprecedented questions regarding the limits and reach of the federal government. This work meticulously analyzes the legal friction between the preservation of the Union and the strict adherence to constitutional mandates.James G. Randall explores critical topics such as the suspension of the writ of habeas corpus, the definition of treason, the legal status of the Confederate states, and the expansion of executive authority during wartime. The text provides deep insight into how the judiciary and the executive branch negotiated the precarious balance between national security and individual rights. By detailing the legislative and judicial precedents established during this era, Randall clarifies the constitutional evolution that occurred under the pressures of total war.This foundational text is essential for students of American history, constitutional scholars, and legal professionals. It offers a clear-eyed look at the durability and flexibility of the U.S. Constitution under the leadership of its sixteenth president, making it a vital contribution to the understanding of American political development.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 may 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.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.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. Artikel-Nr. 9781025573786

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