# A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents. Volume 1, part 2: John Adams

By James D. Richardson.

"A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents. Volume 1, part 2" compiled by James D. Richardson is a historical document collection published between 1897 and 1911. This monumental series gathers proclamations, special messages, and inauguration speeches from American presidents spanning 1787 to 1902. Volume 1, part 2 continues coverage of early presidential administrations, preserving the official words and declarations that shaped the young nation. The compilation became central to a political controversy over copyrighting public documents, ultimately influencing federal copyright law. (Summary by Project Gutenberg, written by machine.)

- Language: English
- Editor: James D. Richardson
- Subjects: United States -- Politics and government; United States -- History -- Sources; Presidents -- United States; Adams, John, 1735-1826

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