Sidney Brooks writings on the Fourth of July

Item Information

Title:
Sidney Brooks writings on the Fourth of July
Description:
Sidney Brooks writings on the Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day, and whether or not the common celebration of the holiday is in harmony with the spirit of "our free institution" (the United States). This document is presumed to be related to Brooks' studies at Phillips Academy or Amherst College.
Creator:
Brooks, Sidney, 1813-1887
Date:
1834–1841
Format:
Manuscripts
Genre:
Essays
Notes
Location:
Amherst College Archives & Special Collections
Box 1 Folder 17 (shelf locator)
Collection (local):
Sidney Brooks (AC 1841) Papers
Subjects:
Brooks, Sidney--1813-1887--Knowledge and learning
Fourth of July celebrations
College students' writings, American--Massachusetts--Amherst
Places:
United States
Massachusetts > Hampshire (county) > Amherst
Extent:
1 item (4 pages) ; 26 x 21 cm
Link to Item:
https://acdc.amherst.edu/view/asc:926014
Terms of Use:
No Copyright - United States
Contact host institution for more information.
Language:
English
Notes (date):
This item is undated. The date range provided is that of Brooks' attendance at Phillips Academy and then Amherst College.