Overview
The book ""Lives of Charles Lee and Joseph Reed"" is a biographical work written by Jared Sparks and published in 1846. The book details the lives of two prominent figures in American history, Charles Lee and Joseph Reed, who played significant roles in the American Revolution. Charles Lee was a British officer who defected to the American side and became a major general in the Continental Army. He was known for his military strategies and tactics, but also for his controversial behavior and clashes with other officers. Joseph Reed, on the other hand, was a lawyer and politician who served as a military aide to General George Washington. He was instrumental in organizing the Continental Army and played a key role in the Battle of Trenton.The book provides a comprehensive account of the lives of these two men, including their early years, military careers, and personal lives. It also explores their relationships with other important figures of the time, such as George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. Overall, ""Lives of Charles Lee and Joseph Reed"" is an important historical work that sheds light on the contributions of two lesser-known but significant figures in the American Revolution. It provides valuable insights into the political and military landscape of the time, and offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of two men who helped shape the course of American 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.
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- ISBN-13: 9781166620134
- ISBN-10: 1166620131
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.92 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.33 pounds
- Page Count: 454
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