博客來This document presents the opinion of Hon. Edward Bates, Attorney General of the United States, concerning the validity of acceptances given by John B. Floyd to Russell, Majors & Waddell, which are now held by Peirce & Bacon. Issued in 1862 during the height of the Civil War, this legal opinion offers insight into government contracts and financial dealings during a critical period in American history. The text provides a valuable primary source for understanding the legal and financial complexities of the era. It remains a significant resource for historians, legal scholars, and anyone interested in the inner workings of the U.S. government during the Civil War.
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