""History of the Catholic Church in the United States: From the Fifth Provincial Council of Baltimore, 1843 to the Second Plenary Council of Baltimore, 1866"" is a book written by John Gilmary Shea and published in 1892. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Catholic Church's history in the United States during the mid-19th century. It covers the period from the Fifth Provincial Council of Baltimore in 1843, which was a significant event in the history of the Catholic Church in America, to the Second Plenary Council of Baltimore in 1866, which was another important milestone for the Church. The book examines the challenges and opportunities faced by the Catholic Church during this period, including the impact of the Civil War on the Church and the growth of Catholicism in America. It also explores the role of prominent figures in the Church, such as bishops and priests, and their contributions to the development of the Catholic Church in the United States. Overall, ""History of the Catholic Church in the United States: From the Fifth Provincial Council of Baltimore, 1843 to the Second Plenary Council of Baltimore, 1866"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church in America. It provides a detailed and insightful account of the Church's growth and development during a crucial period in its history, and sheds light on the challenges and opportunities that shaped the Church's identity 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.