The Authentic Life of William McKinley, Our Third Martyr President: Together with a Life Sketch of Theodore Roosevelt

The book titled ""The Authentic Life of William McKinley Our Third Martyr President Together With a Life Sketch of Theodore Roosevelt"" is a biographical work written by Alexander K. McClure. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life of William McKinley, the 25th President of the United States, who was assassinated in 1901. The author has meticulously researched and compiled the details of McKinley's life, including his childhood, education, political career, and personal life. In addition to McKinley's life, the book also includes a life sketch of Theodore Roosevelt, who succeeded McKinley as President. The author provides insights into Roosevelt's life, including his early years, political career, and his presidency. The book is written in a clear and concise manner, making it easy for readers to understand the complex political and social issues of the time. Overall, the book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, politics, and the lives of two of the most influential Presidents of the United States. It provides a detailed account of their lives and contributions to the country, making it an engaging and informative read.1901. Contents: William McKinley, An Introduction; William McKinley's Ancestry; Boyhood and Education; The Soldier Boy Earns His Spurs; In the Shenandoah Valley; From Captain to Major; Choosing a Profession; Member of Congress; McKinley and the Protective Tariff; Governor of Ohio; The St. Louis Convention and Nomination; Estimate of President McKinley's First Term; First Year as President; Revolution in Cuba and War with Spain; McKinley and the Closing Century; The Campaign of 1900; Nearing the End; President McKinley's Last Speech; The Assassin's Fatal Shot; The Last Sad Hours; Obsequies of the Martyred President; The Impressive State Funeral Ceremonies; The Last Sad Homecoming; The Country in Mourning; the World's Sympathy with the Nation's Grief; Memorial Tributes; Characteristics and Incidents; The Assassin and the Anarchists; Czolgosz Pays the Penalty; Anarchy's Awful Crimes for the Past Century; Theodore Roosevelt, His Career; and Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th President.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.