John De Crevecoeur Immigration To America Analysis

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J. Hector ST. John De Crevecoeur has produced a marvelous piece of writing that gives the reader a wealth of information to process and examine during the transatlantic expansion of the European emigrants to America. The text illustrates the religious beliefs, practices and how blessed Americans are for being in this country. Religion played a significant role in the lives of Americans. It was very impressive to the writer as depicted in the text, how they had several denominations and everyone lives together peacefully on one accord. In addition, De Crevecoeur goes on to say that over in Europe, the great lords possess everything and the poor have nothing. However, in America, we have individuals of all nationalities and races working together to cultivate the land, labor, work and worship and show gratitude to God. The Lord has done the great thing for them during their transition to America.
On another note, religion is still a relevant topic in today’s society as it was back then in colonial …show more content…

In 1774, these horrible atrocities they had to endure because of a war provoked by Lord Dunmore governor of Virginia for land and commerce.
The text highlights that Thomas Jefferson heard the speech from General John Gibson, who was married to Logan’s sister. The writer depicts that Logan valued the white man and was a reliable friend. The text illustrates from Chief Logan’s Speech that, Logan gave the white men food and clothe them.
According to the text, “Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) said he heard Logan’s speech directly from Gibson and that he wrote it down in his memo book. The speech first appeared in print in the Pennsylvania Journal on January 20, 1775.” (Baym

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