The Marquess Cornwallis (1890) - Walter Scott Seton-Karr - Bog

The Marquess Cornwallis (1890) is a historical biography written by Walter Scott Seton-Karr. The book details the life and achievements of Charles Cornwallis, 1st Marquess Cornwallis, who was a British Army officer and colonial administrator. Cornwallis played a significant role in the American War of Independence, serving as the British commander-in-chief in North America. The book explores Cornwallis's military career, including his victories and defeats, as well as his political and administrative roles in India and Ireland. Seton-Karr provides a comprehensive analysis of Cornwallis's character, examining his strengths and weaknesses as a leader and his impact on British colonialism. The book also includes details of Cornwallis's personal life, including his relationships with his family, friends, and colleagues. Overall, The Marquess Cornwallis is a well-researched and engaging biography that provides a fascinating insight into the life of a key figure in British 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.