Life Of Jonathan Trumbull: Senator, Governor Of Connecticut

By I. W. Stuart and Isaac William Stuart

Book Overview

The Life of Jonathan Trumbull: Senator, Governor of Connecticut is a comprehensive biography of one of America's founding fathers. Written by I. W. Stuart, this book tells the story of Trumbull's life, from his birth in 1710 to his death in 1785. Trumbull was a prominent figure in colonial America, serving as a governor, senator, and advisor to George Washington during the Revolutionary War. The book covers Trumbull's early life, including his education and his time as a merchant. It then moves on to his political career, beginning with his election to the Connecticut General Assembly in 1739. Trumbull went on to serve as a judge, a member of the Continental Congress, and as governor of Connecticut for 11 years. Throughout the book, Stuart provides insight into Trumbull's character and his role in shaping the early United States. He also explores Trumbull's relationships with other important figures of the time, including Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, and Thomas Jefferson. The Life of Jonathan Trumbull is a well-researched and engaging biography that provides readers with a detailed look at one of America's most influential founding fathers. It is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of the United States, the Revolutionary War, or the lives of the men who helped shape the nation.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: 1163131830
• ISBN13: 9781163131831
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 700 Pages
• Weight: 2.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"