Winfield Scott V1: The Soldier And The Man

""Winfield Scott V1: The Soldier And The Man"" is a comprehensive biography of Winfield Scott, a prominent military figure in American history. Written by Charles Winslow Elliott, the book provides a detailed account of Scott's life and career, from his early years as a cadet at West Point to his rise to the rank of general and his role in the Mexican-American War. The book explores Scott's personal life, including his relationships with his family and his struggles with illness and injury. It also delves into his political views and his involvement in the debates over slavery and secession leading up to the Civil War. Throughout the book, Elliott provides a nuanced portrait of Scott, highlighting his strengths as a military strategist and leader while also acknowledging his flaws and shortcomings. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, including Scott's own writings and letters, the book offers a compelling and insightful look at one of America's most important military figures.""In Two Volumes.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.