Publisher's Synopsis
Leonard Wood: Administrator, Soldier and Citizen is a comprehensive biography of Leonard Wood, a prominent American figure of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Written by William H. Hobbs, the book provides a detailed account of Wood's life, from his birth in New Hampshire in 1860 to his death in Boston in 1927.Wood was a multifaceted figure who served as a military officer, physician, administrator, and politician. He is perhaps best known for his military career, which included service in the Spanish-American War and the Philippine-American War. Wood also played a key role in the development of the U.S. Army Medical Corps and served as Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army from 1910 to 1914.In addition to his military service, Wood was also involved in politics and public administration. He served as Governor-General of the Philippines from 1921 to 1927 and was considered a leading candidate for the Republican nomination for President in 1920.Throughout the book, Hobbs provides a detailed analysis of Wood's character, his accomplishments, and his impact on American history. He also explores Wood's relationships with other prominent figures of the time, including Theodore Roosevelt and William Howard Taft.Overall, Leonard Wood: Administrator, Soldier and Citizen is a well-researched and engaging biography that provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of America's most influential figures.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.