Felix Reville Brunot, 1820-1898 - Charles Lewis Slattery - Bog

""Felix Reville Brunot, 1820-1898: A Civilian In The War For The Union"" is a historical biography written by Charles Lewis Slattery and published in 1901. The book chronicles the life and contributions of Felix Reville Brunot, a prominent Pittsburgh businessman and philanthropist who played a significant role in supporting the Union during the American Civil War. The book provides a detailed account of Brunot's early life, including his upbringing in a wealthy family and his education at Harvard University. It also explores his business ventures, including his involvement in the iron and steel industries, and his philanthropic efforts, including his support for education and the arts. However, the primary focus of the book is Brunot's role in the Civil War. As a civilian, Brunot was not directly involved in military operations, but he played a crucial role in supporting the Union cause through his financial contributions and his work with various organizations, including the United States Sanitary Commission and the Freedmen's Bureau. The book provides a detailed account of Brunot's work with these organizations, as well as his interactions with prominent figures of the time, including Abraham Lincoln and Ulysses S. Grant. It also explores the impact of Brunot's contributions on the war effort and the broader social and political landscape of the time. Overall, ""Felix Reville Brunot, 1820-1898: A Civilian In The War For The Union"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on an often-overlooked figure in American history and provides valuable insights into the Civil War and its aftermath.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.