1843 Advocate of Peace London Peace Convention Report Antique Ephemera Political
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Offered for sale is a rare October and November 1843 issue of the Advocate of Peace. This volume contains a detailed report on "The First General Peace Convention" held at Freemason's Hall in London.
This document provides extensive historical insights into the early international peace movement, including:
Convention Details: The sessions occurred from June 23 to June 26, 1843, with a public meeting held at Exeter Hall.
Organization: The report includes a comprehensive list of the convention's officers and vice presidents, such as Charles Hindley, M.P., and Marquis de La Rochefoucauld Liancourt.
Historical Context: The text discusses the origins of the convention, which were rooted in a suggestion made in Boston in 1841, as well as arguments regarding the incompatibility of war with Christian principles.
Global Reach: The document outlines the Society's efforts to disseminate information across the European continent, including in Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and Switzerland.
The pamphlet concludes with a "Special Call for Funds," detailing the financial needs of the American Peace Society following the death of Mr. Ladd. This is an essential primary source for collectors of 19th-century history, religious studies, or early international political reform.
$39.80
Sale price
$39.80
Regular price
1843 Advocate of Peace London Peace Convention Report Antique Ephemera Political
$39.80
Sale price
$39.80
Regular price
Offered for sale is a rare October and November 1843 issue of the Advocate of Peace. This volume contains a detailed report on "The First General Peace Convention" held at Freemason's Hall in London.
This document provides extensive historical insights into the early international peace movement, including:
Convention Details: The sessions occurred from June 23 to June 26, 1843, with a public meeting held at Exeter Hall.
Organization: The report includes a comprehensive list of the convention's officers and vice presidents, such as Charles Hindley, M.P., and Marquis de La Rochefoucauld Liancourt.
Historical Context: The text discusses the origins of the convention, which were rooted in a suggestion made in Boston in 1841, as well as arguments regarding the incompatibility of war with Christian principles.
Global Reach: The document outlines the Society's efforts to disseminate information across the European continent, including in Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and Switzerland.
The pamphlet concludes with a "Special Call for Funds," detailing the financial needs of the American Peace Society following the death of Mr. Ladd. This is an essential primary source for collectors of 19th-century history, religious studies, or early international political reform.