Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of George Rogers Clark is a comprehensive biography of one of America's greatest military leaders, written by James Alton James. The book chronicles the life and achievements of Clark, who was instrumental in securing the Northwest Territory for the United States during the Revolutionary War. The biography follows Clark's early life, including his upbringing in Virginia and his experiences as a surveyor in the Ohio Valley. It then delves into his military career, including his leadership in the capture of Fort Vincennes and the Battle of Kaskaskia. Throughout the book, James provides detailed accounts of Clark's military strategies and tactics, as well as his relationships with other key figures of the time, such as Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin. The biography also explores Clark's personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his struggles with health issues.Overall, The Life of George Rogers Clark is a fascinating and in-depth look at one of America's most important military leaders, and sheds new light on the key role he played in shaping 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.
