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Autobiography Of Oliver Otis Howard

Autobiography Of Oliver Otis Howard

Howard, Oliver Otis

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ISBN10: 1430449349
ISBN13: 9781430449348
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Jan 17 2007
Pages: 624
Weight: 1.99
Height: 1.38 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Autobiography of Oliver Otis Howard is a memoir written by the notable American Civil War general and founder of Howard University, Oliver Otis Howard. In this book, Howard recounts his life story, from his childhood in Maine to his experiences as a soldier during the Civil War and his subsequent career as a military leader and educator.Howard's memoir provides a unique perspective on the Civil War and its aftermath, as he was intimately involved in many of the key events of the time. He fought in several major battles, including the Battle of Chancellorsville and the Battle of Gettysburg, and was responsible for the establishment of the Freedmen's Bureau, an agency that provided assistance to newly freed slaves.In addition to his military career, Howard was also a prominent educator and advocate for civil rights. He founded Howard University in Washington, D.C., which remains one of the most important historically black universities in the United States.Throughout his memoir, Howard reflects on his experiences and offers insights into the challenges of leadership and the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity. The Autobiography of Oliver Otis Howard is a compelling account of a remarkable life, and an important contribution to the history of the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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