Some Interesting Papers of John McDonogh, Chiefly Concerning the Louisiana Purchase and the Liberian Colonization

This fascinating collection of papers from one of Louisiana's most influential figures offers valuable insights into the history of the state and the nation. John McDonogh was a prominent businessman and philanthropist who played a key role in the Louisiana Purchase and the colonization of Liberia. Drawing on his personal correspondence and other documents, the authors provide a revealing look at the life and times of this remarkable man.

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