First State of the Union Address

In his First State of the Union Address, delivered on December 3, 1897, President William McKinley articulates the national priorities and aspirations of the United States at the close of the 19th century. This seminal address is characterized by a measured yet fervent tone, reflecting McKinley'Äôs belief in American exceptionalism and the imperative of economic growth. The speech deftly intertwin...