jan 1, 1896 - The Election of 1896: William Jennings Bryan, Cross of Gold

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At this time Democrats are divided between gold and silver Democrats. they held a National Convention Chicago in the summer of 1896 that was mostly dominated by Pro silver forces. At this convention William Jennings Bryan gave a speech that captivated the whole audience and won him the nomination. This platform wanted an unlimited coinage of silver to take place

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