The Story Of General Pershing (1919)

By Everett T. Tomlinson

Book Overview

The Story of General Pershing, written by Everett Titsworth Tomlinson in 1919, is a comprehensive biography of one of the most prominent military figures of the 20th century ������� General John J. Pershing. The book chronicles Pershing's life, from his upbringing in rural Missouri to his rise through the ranks of the United States Army and his leadership of American forces during World War I.Tomlinson provides a detailed account of Pershing's military career, including his service in the Spanish-American War, his command of the Punitive Expedition into Mexico, and his role in leading the American Expeditionary Forces in Europe during World War I. The book also delves into Pershing's personal life, including his marriage to his beloved wife, Helen, and the tragic loss of their three daughters in a house fire.Throughout the book, Tomlinson paints a vivid portrait of Pershing as a brilliant strategist and leader, as well as a devoted family man and loyal friend. He also explores the challenges and obstacles that Pershing faced throughout his career, including political opposition, personal tragedy, and the complex political and military landscape of the early 20th century.Overall, The Story of General Pershing is a fascinating and informative account of one of America's most celebrated military leaders, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the United States Army and the role of American forces in World War I.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: 1165682907
• ISBN13: 9781165682904
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 290 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"