General Scott by Marcus J. Wright
"General Scott" by Marcus J. Wright is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book details the life and military career of General Winfield Scott, a prominent figure in the early years of the United States Army. Through a comprehensive examination of his experiences, the text highlights his role in various conflicts, including his involvement in the War of 1812, and reflects on his contributions to military strategy and
organization. The opening of the biography introduces Winfield Scott's early life, discussing his family background, education, and the formative experiences that shaped his character. It recounts his precociousness and ambition, his enlistment during rising tensions with Great Britain, and his early military assignments. Notably, the text details pivotal events that led to his growth as an officer, including challenges he faced, such as his court-martial, and his eventual rise in rank as he navigated the complexities of military and political interactions during a tumultuous period in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Wright, Marcus J. (Marcus Joseph), 1831-1922 |
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| LoC No. | 04017083 |
| Title | General Scott |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Pilar Somoza, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861) |
| Subject | Scott, Winfield, 1786-1866 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 17444 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 13, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 187 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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