Lives Of Leonard Calvert, Samuel Ward, And Thomas Posey (1846) - George Washington Burnap - Bog

The book ""Lives Of Leonard Calvert, Samuel Ward, And Thomas Posey"" by George Washington Burnap was published in 1846. It is a biographical work that explores the lives of three historical figures who played important roles in American history.The first subject of the book is Leonard Calvert, who was the first governor of the Maryland colony. Burnap provides a detailed account of Calvert's life, including his family background, education, and political career. He also describes the challenges that Calvert faced as governor, including conflicts with neighboring colonies and the struggle to establish a stable government.The second subject of the book is Samuel Ward, a prominent politician and statesman from Rhode Island. Burnap discusses Ward's early life, his involvement in the American Revolution, and his role in shaping the new nation's government. He also examines Ward's personal life, including his marriage and family relationships.The final subject of the book is Thomas Posey, a soldier and politician from Virginia who played a key role in the Northwest Indian War. Burnap provides a detailed account of Posey's military career, including his involvement in several important battles. He also discusses Posey's political career, which included serving as governor of Indiana Territory.Overall, ""Lives Of Leonard Calvert, Samuel Ward, And Thomas Posey"" is a comprehensive and informative work that sheds light on the lives of three important figures in American history. It provides valuable insights into the political, social, and cultural context of their times, and offers a fascinating glimpse into the challenges and opportunities that they faced.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.