Publisher's Synopsis
The Forgotten General: Robert Erskine 1735-1780 is a historical biography written by Albert H. Heusser. The book tells the story of Robert Erskine, a Scottish surveyor and cartographer who played an important role in the American Revolutionary War. Erskine was appointed as the Geographer and Surveyor General of the Continental Army by General George Washington, and he was responsible for creating accurate maps of the American colonies and British-held territories.Erskine's maps were crucial to the success of the Continental Army, and he was highly respected by Washington and his fellow officers. However, Erskine's contributions to the war effort have largely been forgotten by history, and he is not as well-known as other figures from the Revolutionary period.Heusser's book seeks to rectify this oversight by providing a comprehensive account of Erskine's life and work. The book covers Erskine's early years in Scotland, his emigration to America, and his work as a surveyor and cartographer. It also delves into his relationships with other important figures of the time, such as Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson.Throughout the book, Heusser highlights Erskine's contributions to the war effort and his lasting impact on American cartography. The Forgotten General: Robert Erskine 1735-1780 is a must-read for anyone interested in the American Revolution, military history, or cartography.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.
