num_pages: 112
description: In March 1854, a group of men gathered to form a political party in America. They were opposed to the spread of slavery, supported high taxes on imported goods, and were in favor of homesteading. Containing photographs, this work examines the development of the Republican Party, including its prominent figures, key events, and ideological trends.
language: English
title: The History of the Republican Party
titlecomplete: The History of the Republican Party (U.S. Government: How It Works)
ratings_count: 9
publisher: Chelsea House Publications