The Heroic Life of General George Washington First President of the United States

by Elbridge S. Brooks

Book Overview

The Heroic Life of General George Washington, First President of the United States, written by Elbridge S. Brooks, is a comprehensive biography of one of America's most revered historical figures. The book traces Washington's life from his early years as a surveyor in Virginia to his leadership of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, and ultimately his presidency. The author provides a detailed account of Washington's military campaigns, including his famous crossing of the Delaware River and his victory at Yorktown. Brooks also delves into Washington's personal life, exploring his relationships with his family, friends, and colleagues.Throughout the book, Brooks emphasizes Washington's heroic qualities, portraying him as a man of great integrity, courage, and leadership. He also highlights Washington's role in shaping the nascent United States, both as a military leader and as the country's first president.Overall, The Heroic Life of General George Washington is a compelling portrait of one of America's most iconic figures, providing readers with a deeper understanding of his life and legacy.1902. Illustrated. The story of George Washington written in a style suitable for the young American boy and girl.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417931809
• ISBN13: 9781417931804
• Release Date: September 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"