Twenty-Two Years of Protection (Classic Reprint): September, 1888: September, 1888 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A clear, sourced look at how tariff rules shaped American markets from 1789 to 1888, and why protection mattered to growth and politics.

In this concise historical study, Henry Varnum Poor assembles the key debates over tariffs and protection. It traces how policy moved from early colonial concerns to modern economic strategy, highlighting the arguments for and against protective duties and their impact on industry, trade, and government finances. The text emphasizes the connections between law, commerce, and national power, offering readers a focused lens on a pivotal era of American economic policy.

• Learn how tariff debates influenced factories, shipping, and regional interests
• See how lawmakers weighed revenue needs against protection for domestic industries
• Understand the historical context behind major shifts in U.S. trade policy
• Explore the timeline from the founding era through the late 19th century

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