Memoir Of Gen. David Blackshear: Including Letters From Governors Irwin, Jackson, Mitchell, Early, And Rabun

By Stephen F. Miller

Book Overview

This book is a memoir of General David Blackshear, a prominent figure in the early history of Georgia. The memoir includes letters from several governors of Georgia, including Irwin, Jackson, Mitchell, Early, and Rabun. The book provides a detailed account of Blackshear's life, from his early years as a soldier in the Revolutionary War to his later years as a planter and politician. The memoir covers Blackshear's involvement in the Creek War, his service in the Georgia Legislature, and his role in the establishment of the University of Georgia. The letters from the governors provide additional insight into Blackshear's life and the political climate of Georgia during his time. Overall, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of Georgia's most influential early citizens.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: 1432637010
• ISBN13: 9781432637019
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"