Charles Lee A Soldier Of Fortune

By John Fiske

Book Overview

""Charles Lee: A Soldier of Fortune"" by John Fiske is a biographical account of the life and career of Charles Lee, a British soldier who served in various conflicts around the world during the 18th century. The book details Lee's early life and military training, his service in the French and Indian War, his time as a mercenary in Europe, and his eventual appointment as a general in the Continental Army during the American Revolution. Fiske also explores Lee's controversial personality, including his clashes with other military leaders and his eventual court-martial for disobeying orders during the Battle of Monmouth. Throughout the book, Fiske provides historical context and analysis of the political and military events of the time, painting a vivid picture of the life and times of this fascinating historical figure.THIS 52 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Essays: Historical and Literary Scenes and Characters in American History V1, by John Fiske. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766173186.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162893613
• ISBN13: 9781162893617
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"