James Jackson: Duelist And Militant Statesman, 1757-1806

By William Omer Foster

""James Jackson: Duelist And Militant Statesman, 1757-1806"" is a biography written by William Omer Foster. The book covers the life of James Jackson, who was a prominent figure in American politics during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Jackson was born in Georgia in 1757 and served in the American Revolution as a soldier and later as a militia officer. He was also involved in several duels, which were common in the South at the time. After the war, Jackson became involved in politics and was elected to the Georgia State Legislature. He later served in the Continental Congress and was a delegate to the Constitutional Convention. Jackson was a strong advocate for states' rights and was opposed to a strong central government. He also played a key role in Georgia's ratification of the Constitution. Throughout his political career, Jackson was known for his strong personality and his willingness to fight for what he believed in. He was involved in several political battles, including a bitter feud with fellow Georgian and future President, James Madison. The book provides a detailed look at Jackson's life and his contributions to American politics. It also explores the social and political climate of the time, including the debate over states' rights and the role of the federal government. Overall, ""James Jackson: Duelist And Militant Statesman, 1757-1806"" is a fascinating biography of a complex and influential figure in 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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1258029278
• ISBN13: 9781258029272
• Release Date: May 2011
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 230 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"