Lives Of John Sullivan, Jacob Leisler, Nathaniel Bacon, And John Mason (1844)

By Oliver W B Peabody

Book Overview

Lives Of John Sullivan, Jacob Leisler, Nathaniel Bacon, And John Mason is a historical book written by Oliver W. Peabody and originally published in 1844. The book provides a detailed account of the lives and achievements of four prominent figures in American history: John Sullivan, Jacob Leisler, Nathaniel Bacon, and John Mason.John Sullivan was a lawyer, soldier, and politician who played a significant role in the American Revolution. He served as a major general in the Continental Army and was a delegate to the Continental Congress.Jacob Leisler was a German-born merchant and politician who served as the governor of the Province of New York from 1689 to 1691. He is known for his role in the Leisler Rebellion, a popular uprising against the colonial government.Nathaniel Bacon was a wealthy planter and leader of Bacon's Rebellion, a popular uprising against the colonial government of Virginia in 1676. He died of dysentery during the rebellion, but his legacy lived on as a symbol of resistance against tyranny.John Mason was an English colonist and military leader who played a key role in the Pequot War, a conflict between the Pequot tribe and English colonists in the 1630s. He is also known for his involvement in the founding of the Connecticut Colony.Peabody's book provides a comprehensive look at the lives and legacies of these four historical figures, exploring their contributions to American history and their impact on the development of the United States. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, particularly the colonial and revolutionary periods.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: 116662014X
• ISBN13: 9781166620141
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 456 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"