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Life And Correspondence Of James McHenry: Secretary Of War Under Washington And Adams

Life And Correspondence Of James McHenry: Secretary Of War Under Washington And Adams

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ISBN10: 1162937785
ISBN13: 9781162937786
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 660
Weight: 1.91
Height: 1.33 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book Life And Correspondence Of James McHenry: Secretary Of War Under Washington And Adams by Bernard C. Steiner is a comprehensive biography of James McHenry, who served as the Secretary of War under George Washington and John Adams. The book covers McHenry's life and career, from his early years as a physician in Ireland to his service in the American Revolution and his political career in the early years of the United States.The book includes a detailed account of McHenry's tenure as Secretary of War, including his role in the Quasi-War with France and the building of the nation's military infrastructure. It also includes a wealth of correspondence between McHenry and other prominent figures of the time, including Washington, Adams, and Alexander Hamilton.Throughout the book, Steiner provides a rich historical context for McHenry's life and work, offering insights into the political and social climate of the era. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the early history of the United States, the American Revolution, and the role of the military in shaping the nation's development.McHenry Was Variously George Washington's Secretary And Twice Secretary Of War Under Washington And Adams. A Significant Figure In The Early History Of The United States.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.

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