The Life And Times Of C. G. Memminger

By Henry Dickson Capers, South Carolina Governor, Capers Henry D (Henry Dickson)

Book Overview

The Life and Times of C. G. Memminger is a biography written by Henry Dickson Capers that details the life of Christopher Gustavus Memminger, a prominent figure in American history. Memminger was a lawyer, politician, and statesman who played a significant role in the Confederacy during the American Civil War. The book begins with Memminger's early life, including his birth in Germany and his immigration to the United States with his family. It follows his education and early career as a lawyer in Charleston, South Carolina, where he became involved in politics and eventually served in the state legislature. Memminger's political career continued to flourish, and he played a key role in the formation of the Confederate government. He was appointed as the first Secretary of the Treasury for the Confederacy and was responsible for establishing the financial system for the new government. Throughout the book, Capers explores Memminger's personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his relationships with other prominent figures of the time, such as Jefferson Davis and Robert E. Lee. The Life and Times of C. G. Memminger provides a detailed and comprehensive look into the life of this influential figure in American history. It offers insights into the political and economic climate of the time and sheds light on the inner workings of the Confederacy during the Civil War.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: 1163251992
• ISBN13: 9781163251997
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 622 Pages
• Weight: 1.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"