Thomas Richards Jr.'s Breakaway Americas examines the numerous attempts by Americans to establish independent republics outside the borders of the United States between 1838 and 1846. The book argues that these "breakaway Americans" sought to create alternative versions of American society, often motivated by economic hardship and dissatisfaction with the existing political system. Richards contrasts this phenomenon with the dominant historical narrative of Manifest Destiny, highlighting the diversity of motivations and outcomes among these various secessionist movements. He explores case studies including Texas, Oregon, California, and the Patriot movement in Canada, analyzing their political structures, relationships with Native populations, and ultimate fates. Ultimately, the book reveals a complex and nuanced picture of American identity and expansion in the mid-19th century.You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms:https://linktr.ee/book_shelterGet the Book now from Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Breakaway-Americas-Unmanifest-Future-Jacksonian/dp/1421437139?&linkCode=ll1&tag=cvthunderx-20&linkId=437721d14e372c505d756415520ad918&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tlProduced by:https://www.podcaistudio.com/

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