Founding and Organization of the Daughters of the American Revolution and

Description: This book delves into the fascinating and often contentious history of the Daughters of the American Revolution, a prominent women's organization dedicated to preserving the legacy of the American Revolution. Through meticulous documentation and firsthand accounts, the author unveils the intricate details surrounding the society's founding, shedding light on the individuals who played pivotal roles in its creation and the challenges they faced. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a burgeoning interest in American history and heritage in the late 19th century. It explores the motivations and aspirations of the society's founders, who sought to honor the memory of their ancestors and promote patriotic values. The author meticulously examines the debates and controversies that arose during the society's formative years, particularly regarding membership criteria and the inclusion of women descended from patriots through their mothers. By delving into these historical records, the book offers valuable insights into the evolving role of women in American society and the complexities of historical memory. It highlights the importance of lineage and tradition in shaping identity and the ways in which historical narratives can be contested and reshaped over time. Ultimately, the book's exploration of the Daughters of the American Revolution serves as a testament to the enduring power of the past and its profound influence on the present. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

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