Robert Morris: Patriot And Financier

By Ellis Paxson Oberholtzer

Book Overview

Robert Morris: Patriot and Financier is a biography written by Ellis Paxson Oberholtzer. The book tells the story of Robert Morris, an important figure in American history who played a key role in financing the American Revolution. Morris was a wealthy merchant who used his financial resources to support the Continental Army and fund the war effort against the British. He also served as a member of the Continental Congress and signed the Declaration of Independence. The book provides a detailed account of Morris's life, including his business ventures, political career, and personal relationships. It explores his successes and failures, as well as his contributions to the founding of the United States. Overall, Robert Morris: Patriot and Financier is a comprehensive and informative biography that sheds light on an important but often overlooked 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: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428630090
• ISBN13: 9781428630093
• Release Date: June 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 408 Pages
• Weight: 1.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"