Tocqueville on American Character
Alexis de Tocqueville and Gustave de Beaumont visited Westport, Kentucky on their way down the Ohio River after an accident in December, 183… read more
Alexis de Tocqueville and Gustave de Beaumont visited Westport, Kentucky on their way down the Ohio River after an accident in December, 1831. Citizens gathered in the River Towne General Store to discuss Tocqueville’s and their own observations on American character through their experiences in a small town. They also took questions from the audience by telephone. close
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