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Heroes And Patriots Of The South: Comprising Lives Of General Francis Marion, General William Moultrie, General Andrew Pickens And Governor John Rutle

Heroes And Patriots Of The South: Comprising Lives Of General Francis Marion, General William Moultrie, General Andrew Pickens And Governor John Rutle

Hartley, Cecil B.
White, G. G.

Hardcover

Military BiographiesFiction AnthologiesRevolutionary Period (1775-1800)

ISBN10: 1164780328
ISBN13: 9781164780328
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 358
Weight: 1.53
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Heroes and Patriots of the South is a historical book written by Cecil B. Hartley in 1860. The book is a compilation of the lives of four prominent figures in American history who played a significant role in the American Revolution and the early years of the United States. The four individuals featured in the book are General Francis Marion, General William Moultrie, General Andrew Pickens, and Governor John Rutledge. The book begins with a brief introduction to the American Revolution and the role of the Southern colonies in the war. It then delves into the lives of the four heroes, starting with General Francis Marion, also known as the Swamp Fox. Marion was a skilled guerrilla fighter who used his knowledge of the terrain to launch surprise attacks on British troops. The book details his military career, including his involvement in the battles of Fort Moultrie and Eutaw Springs.The next hero featured in the book is General William Moultrie, who played a crucial role in the defense of Charleston during the Revolutionary War. He is credited with designing the fort that bore his name, Fort Moultrie, which helped to repel a British attack on Charleston in 1776. The book also covers his later political career, including his service as governor of South Carolina.General Andrew Pickens is the third hero featured in the book. He was a skilled military strategist who played a key role in several battles, including the Battle of Cowpens, which was a turning point in the Revolutionary War. He later served in the South Carolina legislature and the U.S. House of Representatives.The final hero featured in the book is Governor John Rutledge, who served as the governor of South Carolina during the Revolutionary War. He played a crucial role in the state's defense and was a strong advocate for independence. The book covers his political career, including his service as a delegate to the Continental Congress and his role in the drafting of the U.S. Constitution.Overall, Heroes and Patriots of the South provides a comprehensive look at the lives of four important figures in American history. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the American Revolution and the early years 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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