A History Of The United States Indian Factory System, 1795-1822 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258457921)

""A History Of The United States Indian Factory System, 1795-1822"" by Ora Brooks Peake is a comprehensive study of the Indian Factory System that was established by the United States government during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book provides a detailed account of the origins, development, and eventual decline of the system, which was designed to regulate trade between Native American tribes and European traders.The author begins by tracing the history of trade relations between Native Americans and Europeans, and the role of government in regulating these interactions. She then examines the establishment of the Indian Factory System, which was intended to provide a more efficient and fair system of trade. The book explores the various factors that influenced the success or failure of individual factories, and the impact that the system had on Native American communities.Peake also discusses the political and economic context in which the Indian Factory System operated, including the role of government policies and the impact of the War of 1812. The book concludes with an analysis of the reasons for the eventual decline of the system, including changing trade patterns and the emergence of new forms of economic activity.Overall, ""A History Of The United States Indian Factory System, 1795-1822"" provides a detailed and nuanced account of an important but often overlooked aspect of American history. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Native American-European relations, the development of American trade, and the role of government in regulating economic activity.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.

Author: Ora Brooks Peake
ISBN-10: 125845792X
ISBN-13: 9781258457921
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 08/25/2012
Pages: 350
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.40lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d