Few books about George Washington treat exclusively his western interests and activities. As these interests were extensive and admittedly determining factors in his career as a soldier, the present volume offers a much needed picture of this phase of Washington's life. The author offers substantial evidence to refute the charges that Washington's interests were predominantly selfish, because of his large holdings in the West, and calls to mind that in statesmanship Washington is seen at his best in his efforts to unite the East and West.
Originally published in 1936.
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Few books about George Washington treat exclusively his western interests and activities. As these interests were extensive and admittedly determining...
This is the first complete and authentic history of the formation of the state of West Virginia as well as a biography of one of its most important statesmen. The study was made possible through the acquisition by the West Virginia University of the Pierpont Letters and Papers, which include approximately one thousand telegrams relating to Civil War movements in northwest Virginia.
Originally published in 1937.
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This is the first complete and authentic history of the formation of the state of West Virginia as well as a biography of one of its most important st...
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