Financial Catechism And History Of The Financial Legislation Of The United States From 1862 To 1882 (1882) is a book written by S.M. Brice that provides a comprehensive overview of the financial legislation of the United States from 1862 to 1882. The book is essentially a guide to understanding the financial system of the United States during this period, and it covers a wide range of topics related to finance and economics, including banking, currency, taxation, and public debt.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the financial system. The first section provides an overview of the financial system of the United States during the Civil War, including the creation of the national banking system and the issuance of paper currency. The second section covers the post-war period, including the establishment of the gold standard and the creation of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing.The third section of the book focuses on taxation, including the introduction of income tax and the taxation of corporations. The fourth section covers public debt, including the issuance of government bonds and the establishment of the sinking fund. The final section of the book provides an overview of the financial legislation of the United States during the period covered by the book, including the National Banking Act, the Legal Tender Act, and the Coinage Act.Overall, Financial Catechism And History Of The Financial Legislation Of The United States From 1862 To 1882 (1882) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of finance and economics in the United States. It provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of the financial system of the United States during a critical period in its history, and it is an essential reference for scholars, researchers, and students alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.