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Proud Kentuckian : John C. Breckinridge, 1821-1875 /
In his brief life John C. Breckinridge embraced the roles of lawyer, politician, statesman, soldier, exile, and businessman. An imposing and tactful man, he was exceptional for evoking both loyal devotion from his followers and generous respect from his opponents during a strife-torn era. Breckinrid...
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| Idioma: | Inglés |
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Lexington, Kentucky :
The University Press of Kentucky,
2009.
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| Edición: | Paperback edition. |
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