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Tammany Society In The 18th Century

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A site deemed significant for its influence on the course of history is a landmark. New York City landmarks possess pertinence due to their role in shaping New York’s economic, religious, political, and social atmosphere. The Tammany Hall building, located on East 17th street, acted as the headquarters of the most influential organizations in New York’s political heritage. The inception of Tammany Society is rooted in the late 18th century. The name “Tammany” was derived from a mythical Indian chief who was renowned for his benevolence, sagacity, and patriotism (Myers, 1917). It formed with the intent of taking a stance against the prevalent influence of the aristocracy in the newly-centralized government under the Constitution. The Constitution

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