Uncle Sam by Albert Matthews
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About this eBook
| Author | Matthews, Albert, 1860-1946 |
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| LoC No. | 08024727 |
| Title | Uncle Sam |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Uncle Sam" by Albert Matthews is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The text delves into the origins and evolution of the nickname "Uncle Sam," exploring its connections to American national identity and government. The concept is introduced through a detailed examination of societal attitudes and historical contexts surrounding the term, particularly during the War of 1812. The opening of the book provides a thorough examination of how the myth surrounding "Uncle Sam" began to take shape. Matthews outlines the various nicknames Americans have adopted throughout history, highlighting how "Uncle Sam" originated during the War of 1812, not at the war's outset, as commonly believed. He references Samuel Wilson, a contractor from Troy, New York, as a central figure in the narrative, suggesting that the term emerged in a somewhat derisive context before becoming a recognizable personification of the U.S. government. The narrative blends historical facts with anecdotes from period newspapers, offering readers a nuanced view of the political and social climate of the time, which significantly contributed to the birth of this national epithet. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E151: History: America: United States |
| Subject | National characteristics, American |
| Subject | Uncle Sam (Symbolic character) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 45717 |
| Release Date | May 22, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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