Edmund G Ross – författare

This is a contemporary history, written by Edmund Ross, that looks at the Reconstruction Era and the political tensions that led to the impeachment of Andrew Johnson. A table of contents is included.

Little is now known to the general public of the history of the attempt to remove President Andrew Johnson in 1868, on his impeachment by the House of Representatives and trial by the Senate for alleged high crimes and misdemeanors in office, or of the causes that led to it. Yet it was one of the most important and critical events, involving possibly the gravest consequences, in the entire history of the country.

Little is now known to the general public of the history of the attempt to remove President Andrew Johnson in 1868, on his impeachment by the House of Representatives and trial by the Senate for alleged high crimes and misdemeanors in office, or of the causes that led to it. Yet it was one of the most important and critical events, involving possibly the gravest consequences, in the entire history of the country.The constitutional power to impeach and remove the President had lain dormant since the organization of the Government, and apparently had never been thought of as a means for the satisfaction of political enmities or for the punishment of alleged executive misdemeanors, even in the many heated controversies between the President and Congress that had theretofore arisen. Nor would any attempt at impeachment have been made at that time but for the great numerical disparity then existing between the respective representatives in Congress of the two political parties of the country.Andrew Johnson was the 17th President of the United States, serving from 1865 to 1869. Johnson became president as he was vice president at the time of the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. The new president favored quick restoration of the seceded states to the Union. His plans did not give protection to the former slaves, and he came into conflict with the Republican-dominated Congress, culminating in his impeachment by the House of Representatives. He was the first American president to be impeached, in the Senate by one vote.

In ''The Impeachment of President Andrew Johnson,'' Edmund G. Ross delves into the historical events surrounding the controversial impeachment trial of President Andrew Johnson after the Civil War. Ross meticulously examines the political atmosphere of the time, showcasing his attention to detail and thorough research. The narrative is presented in a clear and concise manner, making it accessible to readers interested in American history and politics. Ross provides insight into the legal and ethical implications of impeaching a sitting president, drawing parallels to modern-day politics and debates surrounding executive power. His writing style is engaging, offering a blend of scholarly analysis and engaging storytelling that keeps readers captivated from start to finish. By contextualizing the events within the broader scope of American history, Ross offers a nuanced perspective on one of the most pivotal moments in the nation''s political landscape. Readers will walk away with a deeper understanding of the complexities of impeachment and its lasting impact on the presidency.