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Meanings of Know-Nothing Party in English
A former political party in the United States; active in the 1850s to keep power out of the hands of immigrants and Roman Catholics.
Synonyms
Examples for "American Party"
Examples for "American Party"
1
The Know-Nothing American Party nominated Fillmore at their convention in February.
2
The "Know-Nothings" were also called the " American Party," and their motto was "America for Americans."
3
Argument made for the '' American Party.''
4
Mr. Simons, nevertheless, presents this "reformism" as the proper policy for the American Party at its present stage:-
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The 1850s saw the rise of the American Party, better known as the "Know Nothings," that were staunchly anti-immigrant and anti-Catholic.
Usage of Know-Nothing Party in English
1
George Law, a wealthy Know-Nothing Party-member, was determined to bring Baker back to this country to stand trial.
2
History of Native Americanism and its political counterpart, the Know-Nothing Party, which flourished around 1830-1860.
3
I belong to the Know-nothing Party-Americafor Americans and only white men on guard!