Biography Of Honorable Fernando Wood, Mayor Of The City Of New York (1856)

The Biography of Honorable Fernando Wood, Mayor of the City of New York, is a historical book written by Donald Mac Leod in 1856. The book is a detailed account of the life and career of Fernando Wood, who was a prominent figure in the political history of the United States in the mid-19th century. Wood served as the Mayor of New York City twice, from 1855 to 1856 and again from 1860 to 1862.The book provides a comprehensive overview of Wood's early life, his political career, and his accomplishments as the Mayor of New York City. It covers his rise to power in the Democratic Party, his involvement in the Tammany Hall political machine, and his efforts to modernize and improve the city's infrastructure during his tenure as Mayor.The book also delves into Wood's controversial political views, including his support for the Confederacy during the Civil War and his opposition to the Emancipation Proclamation. It explores his complicated relationship with Abraham Lincoln and his role in the New York City Draft Riots of 1863.Overall, the Biography of Honorable Fernando Wood, Mayor of the City of New York, is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the political history of the United States in the mid-19th century. It provides a nuanced and detailed portrait of one of the most influential figures of the era and sheds light on the complex political landscape of the time.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.