Read the quotation from The Crisis, Number IV. "It is not a field of a few acres of ground, but a cause, that we are defending, and whether we defeat the
enemy in one battle, or by degrees, the consequences will be the same."
Which phrase best describes the "cause" that Paine refers to?
the strength to start a rebellion
fair treatment from the king
gaining control over more land
freedom from an oppressive government

the end of the gilded age coincided with the panic of 1893, a deep depression, which lasted until 1897 and marked a major political realignment in the election of 1896. this productive but divisive era was followed by the progressive era.

europe would not recognize the confederacy as an independent nation.

is this question from a book? ?

the award is named for an american naval historian and theorist, rear admiral alfred thayer mahan, united states navy who, through his writing, provided stimulus and guidance to those who share in the defense of the nation.