Patriotism on Parade; The Story of Veterans 1955 Wallace Evan Davies |
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Published by Cambridge, Harvard University Press 1955 First Edition 402 pages -- Approx. size: 5.75 by 8.5 Explores the role of veterans' and hereditary patriotic societies in shaping American nationalism, public opinion, and legislation. Since 1783, patriotic societies have become an integral part of American history. The great number of Sons, Daughters, and Dames, and the alphabetical jungle of G.A.R., D.A.R., V.F.W., U.C.V., U.D.C., W.R.D., etc. are well known--and are often subjects of controversy. Wallace Evan Davies here recounts, in fascinating detail, the activities and attitudes of both veterans' and hereditary patriotic societies in America up to 1900. Book is very nice.Cover shows wear with a tear in the back. Spotless interior. Please see photos, enlarge and email with any questions. Thanks for visiting. |
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