Author: George WashingtonPublisher:
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Languages : en
Pages : 718
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Washington and the Generals of the American revolution. New edition, with corrections
Author: George WashingtonWashington and the Generals of the American Revolution ...
Author: Rufus Wilmot GriswoldPublisher:
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Category : Generals
Languages : en
Pages : 348
Book Description
Washington and the Generals of the American Revolution ...
Author: Rufus Wilmot GriswoldPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Generals
Languages : en
Pages : 692
Book Description
Washington and the Generals of the American Revolution
Author: Washington and the Generals of the American Revolution ...
Author: Rufus Wilmot GriswoldPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Generals
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Washington and the Generals of the American Revolution
Author: Rufus Wilmot GriswoldPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Generals
Languages : en
Pages : 692
Book Description
Washington and the Generals of the American Revolution
Author: Rufus Wilmot GriswoldWashington and the Generals of the American Revolution
Author: Rufus W. GriswoldPublisher:
ISBN: 9780795050473
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
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Washington and the Generals of the American Revolution
Author: Rufus Wilmot GriswoldPublisher: Theclassics.Us
ISBN: 9781230390222
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 102
Book Description
This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1848 edition. Excerpt: ... WASHINGTON AND THE GENERALS OF THE REVOLUTION. GEORGE WASHINGTON. It is a truth, illustrated in daily experience, and yet rarely noted or acted upon, that, in all that concerns the appreciation of personal character or ability, the instinctive impressions of a community are quicker in their action, more profoundly appreciant, and more reliable, than the intellectual perceptions of the ablest men in the community. Upon all those subjects that are of moral apprehension, society seems to possess an intelligence of its own, infinitely sensitive in its delicacy, and almost conclusive in the certainty of its determinations: indirect, and unconscious in its operation, yet unshunnable in sagacity, and as strong and confident as nature itself. The highest and finest qualities of human judgment seem to be in commis sion among the nation, or the race. It is by such a pro cess, that whenever a true hero appears among mankind, the recognition of his character, by the general sense of Vol. I. 1 humanity, is instant and certain: the belief of the chief priests and rulers of mind, follows later, or cornes not at all. The perceptions of a public are as subtly-sighted, as its passions are blind. It sees, and feels, and knows the excellence, which it can neither understand, nor explain, nor vindicate. These involuntary opinions of people at large explain themselves, and are vindicated by events, and form at last the constants of human understanding. A character of the first order of greatness, such as seems' to pass out of the limits and course of ordinary life, often lies above the ken of intellectual judgment; but its merits and its infirmities never escape the sleepless perspicacity of the common sentiment, which no novelty of form can surprise, and no...
The Strategy of Victory
Author: Thomas FlemingPublisher: Da Capo Press
ISBN: 0306824973
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 370
Book Description
A sweeping and insightful grand strategic overview of the American Revolution, highlighting Washington's role in orchestrating victory and creating the US Army Led by the Continental Congress, the Americans almost lost the war for independence because their military thinking was badly muddled. Following the victory in 1775 at Bunker Hill, patriot leaders were convinced that the key to victory was the home-grown militia -- local men defending their families and homes. But the flush of early victory soon turned into a bitter reality as the British routed Americans fleeing New York. General George Washington knew that having and maintaining an army of professional soldiers was the only way to win independence. As he fought bitterly with the leaders in Congress over the creation of a regular army, he patiently waited until his new army was ready for pitched battle. His first opportunity came late in 1776, following his surprise crossing of the Delaware River. In New Jersey, the strategy of victory was about to unfold. In The Strategy of Victory, preeminent historian Thomas Fleming examines the battles that created American independence, revealing how the creation of a professional army worked on the battlefield to secure victory, independence, and a lasting peace for the young nation.