Publisher's Synopsis
""General Braddock: A Historical Romance Of Old Fort Duquesne And The Early Days Of Pittsburg"" is a novel written by Charles McKnight in 1873. The book is set in the mid-18th century and revolves around the events leading up to the Battle of the Monongahela, which took place during the French and Indian War. The story follows the life of General Edward Braddock, a British officer, and his efforts to capture Fort Duquesne (now Pittsburgh) from the French. The novel also explores the relationships between the various characters, including Braddock's love interest, Mary Newton, and the Native American tribes that inhabited the area. The book provides a detailed account of the historical events that took place during this time period, including the political tensions between the British and French, the role of Native Americans in the conflict, and the military strategies employed by both sides. Overall, ""General Braddock"" is a fascinating historical romance that provides a unique perspective on the early days of Pittsburgh and the French and Indian War.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.
