The Jefferson-Lemen Compact: The Relations of Thomas Jefferson and James Lemen in the Exclusion of Slavery from Illinois and Northern Territory with Related Documents 1781-1818

The Jefferson-Lemen Compact, written by Willard C. MacNaul and published in 1915, examines the relationship between Thomas Jefferson and James Lemen in the context of anti-slavery efforts in Illinois and the Northwest Territory from 1781 to 1818. The book highlights Lemen's pivotal role as a civil and religious leader advocating for the exclusion of slavery in the region. It includes historical documents that illustrate Lemen's influence on Illinois's status as a free state and his lifelong commitment to opposing slavery, providing valuable insights into early American anti-slavery movements.