Author: United States. Continental CongressPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Constitutional history
Languages : en
Pages : 478
Book Description
Journals of the Continental Congress, 1774-1789
Author: United States. Continental CongressPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Constitutional history
Languages : en
Pages : 478
Book Description
Proceedings of a board of general officers, held by order of His Excellency General Washington ... respecting Major John André ... September the 29th, 1780
Author: John ANDRÉ (Major.)Proceedings of a board of general officers held by order of His Excellency Gen. Washington
Author: George WashingtonPublisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 49
Book Description
In the 'Proceedings of a board of general officers held by order of His Excellency Gen. Washington,' readers are presented with a distinctive collection that spans the genres of historical documentary, military strategy, and biographical narrative. This anthology illuminates the complexities and nuances of military leadership and decision-making during a pivotal era in American history. The range of stylesfrom formal reports to personal lettersenriches the textual landscape, offering varied perspectives on conflict, loyalty, and the human elements within the machinations of war. This collection stands out not just for its historical worth but also for the depth of insight it provides into the characters and events that shaped the outcome of the American Revolutionary War. The contributing figures, George Washington and John André, represent two contrasting views of the conflict, thus enriching the anthology's exploration of themes such as honor, espionage, and the harsh realities of wartime leadership. These individuals were not merely participants in the events described but were instrumental in shaping the course of history. Their writings, whether issued as commands by Washington or penned under the shadow of capture by André, reflect the zeitgeist of a tumultuous period and the weight of individual roles within greater historical narratives. This anthology, therefore, serves as a critical conduit through which contemporary readers can engage with the significant cultural and literary movements of the 18th century, especially those surrounding the American Revolution. It captures the strategic dialogues that were pivotal not only to military outcomes but also to the philosophical underpinnings of leadership and resistance. By collating these divergent yet interlinked voices, the collection offers a unique lens through which the eras moral and ethical dilemmas are examined. For scholars, history enthusiasts, and students of military strategy alike, this anthology represents a remarkable opportunity to delve into the complexities of leadership, loyalty, and the sacrifices demanded by warfare. It invites readers to traverse a rich landscape of historical narrative, military documentation, and personal introspection, fostering a deeper understanding of the period and encouraging reflection on the enduring themes of conflict and resolution.
Proceedings of a Board of General Officers, held by order of ... Gen. Washington ... respecting Major John André ... September 29, 1780
Author: John ANDRÉ (Major.)Proceedings of a Board of General Officers Held by Order of His Excellency Gen. Washington, Commander in Chief of the Army of the United States of America Respecting Major John André, Adjutant General of the British Army
Author: John AndréPublisher:
ISBN: 9789362516749
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Proceedings of a board of general officers held by order of His Excellency Gen. Washington, commander in chief of the Army of the United States of America respecting Major John André, adjutant general of the British Army, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and readable.
Vindication of the Captors of Major André
Author: Egbert BensonPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Courts-martial and courts of inquiry
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
American Bibliography: 1779-1785
Author: Charles EvansPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 468
Book Description
Proceedings of a Board of General Officers
Author: John AndreProceedings of a Board of General Officers
Author: John AndréPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Courts-martial and courts of inquiry
Languages : en
Pages : 88
Book Description
The Library of Benjamin Franklin
Author: Edwin WolfPublisher: American Philosophical Society
ISBN: 9780871692573
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 1012
Book Description
Beginning in the 1950s, Edwin Wolf 2nd embarked on a biblio'l. quest to reconstruct the library of Benjamin Franklin, which was the largest & best private library in Amer. at the time of his death & was subsequently dispersed. The contents of Franklin's library were virtually unknown until Wolf identified the unique shelfmarks that Franklin used to organize his books. That discovery allowed Wolf to locate 2,700 titles in 1,000 vols. that Franklin actually owned. Wolf also identified a further 700 titles owned by Franklin. After wolf's death, Kevin Hayes took up the project & brought it to fruition. This catalogue includes almost 4,000 books known to have been owned by Franklin, & the Intro. tells the complete story of Franklin's library, its dispersal, & its reconstruction.