""Outline of the Constitutional History of New York"" is a historical book written by Benjamin Franklin Butler in 1848. The book provides a detailed account of the constitutional history of New York, from its early days as a Dutch colony to its status as a state in the United States of America. The author delves into the various constitutions that were adopted by the state over the years, including the first constitution of 1777, which was heavily influenced by the ideals of the American Revolution. Butler also explores the various amendments and revisions that were made to the constitution over time, as well as the political and social events that shaped the state's constitutional development. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of New York or the development of constitutional law in the United States.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.