Author: Rhett, R. Barnwell
Title: Speech of R. Barnwell Rhett, on the Resolution Submitted by Mr. Foot, of Mississippi, In Relation to the Compromise Measures: Delivered in the Senate of t he United States, December 15th &16th, 1851.
Description: Washington, Gideon & Co. Printers, 1851. Soft cover. Kubasta. 30pp. Disbound pamphlet, dampstain to upper left corner, age-toned. Rhett served as Senator from South Carolina from 1850-1852 and spoke in opposition to the Compromise of 1850, and in favor of secession. Good.

Keywords: Secession Confederacy "Civil War" Senate