Washington the Soldier by Henry B. Carrington

"Washington the Soldier" by Henry B. Carrington is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work provides an in-depth look into George Washington's military career, focusing on his strategic thinking, leadership qualities, and the moral integrity that shaped his actions during the American Revolutionary War. Carrington aims to highlight Washington's significance not only as a military leader but as a pivotal figure in the creation of a new nation. The opening of the text introduces readers to both Washington's formative experiences and broader historical contexts leading to the war. It details Washington's early life, illustrating how his youth and familial influences set the stage for his future military prowess. The narrative quickly transitions from his personal development to the growing political tensions between the American colonies and British rule, foreshadowing the conflict that would require Washington's leadership and shaped the course of American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Carrington, Henry B., 1824-1912
LoC No. 99005601
Title Washington the Soldier
Credits Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 54.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
Subject Washington, George, 1732-1799
Subject United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Campaigns
Category Text
eBook-No. 65380
Release Date
Last Update Oct 18, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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