Benjamin Franklin Butler Books
Benjamin Franklin Butler was a lawyer, politician, and soldier who gained prominence for his role during the American Civil War. Though often a controversial figure, his legal acumen allowed him to pioneer innovative concepts, such as designating fugitive slaves as 'contraband of war,' which contributed to the broader aim of emancipation. Butler later became influential in the House of Representatives, championing civil rights legislation and opposing President Andrew Johnson's Reconstruction policies. His career was marked by both political triumphs and disputes, but his legal and legislative initiatives left a significant mark.
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Private and Official Correspondence of Gen. Benjamin F. Butler During the Period of Civil War, Vol 5
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