Henry Steele Commager
Historian and author of influential works
Born
Died
1998
27 years ago — 96 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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An American historian and author significantly contributed to the understanding of American history and issues related to civil liberties. Commager's academic career included teaching at Columbia University and the University of Massachusetts. He authored numerous books, including 'The American Mind' and 'Documentary History of the United States', which explored American identity and culture. He served as an editor and wrote extensively on the Constitution and civil rights. His work influenced both scholarship and public discourse on historical topics.
Authored 'The American Mind'
Edited 'Documentary History of the United States'
Advocated for civil liberties in scholarship
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