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Life Of General John Sevier

Life Of General John Sevier

Turner, Francis Marion

Hardcover

Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesRevolutionary Period (1775-1800)

ISBN10: 1163420514
ISBN13: 9781163420515
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 228
Weight: 1.11
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Life of General John Sevier by Francis Marion Turner is a comprehensive biography that chronicles the life and achievements of one of America's most legendary figures. John Sevier was a pioneer, soldier, and statesman who played a crucial role in the early history of Tennessee and the American South.The book begins with Sevier's early life, including his birth in Virginia and his family's move to the frontier of North Carolina. It then follows his military career, which began during the American Revolution and continued through the Indian Wars and conflicts with the British in the early 19th century.Throughout the book, Turner provides a detailed account of Sevier's many accomplishments, including his leadership in the Battle of King's Mountain, his role in the establishment of the State of Franklin, and his service as the first governor of Tennessee. The author also delves into Sevier's personal life, including his relationships with his family, his struggles with debt, and his eventual death at the age of 70.Overall, The Life of General John Sevier is a fascinating and informative account of one of America's most important historical figures. It provides a vivid portrait of life on the frontier during the early years of the United States and sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of those who helped shape the nation's history.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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