Soldier And Pioneer: A Biographical Sketch Of Lieutenant-Colonel Richard C. Anderson Of The Continental Army 1879 Paperback 1166279049 9781166279042 Edward Lowell Anderson

Soldier and Pioneer is a biographical sketch of Lieutenant-Colonel Richard C. Anderson, who served in the Continental Army during the American Revolution. Written by Edward Lowell Anderson and originally published in 1879, the book provides a detailed account of Anderson's life, from his birth in Virginia to his military career and beyond.The book begins by describing Anderson's childhood and education, including his time at the College of William and Mary. It then moves on to his military career, which began when he joined the Virginia militia in 1775. Anderson quickly rose through the ranks and was eventually appointed a lieutenant-colonel in the Continental Army. He fought in several important battles, including the Battle of Brandywine and the Battle of Germantown.After the war, Anderson settled in Kentucky and became a prominent figure in the state's early history. He served as a judge, a member of the state legislature, and a founder of the town of Lawrenceburg. The book also describes Anderson's personal life, including his marriage to Sarah Marshall and his relationships with other notable figures of the time, such as George Washington and Thomas Jefferson.Overall, Soldier and Pioneer provides a fascinating look at the life of a little-known but important figure in American history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the American Revolution, early American history, or the history of Kentucky.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.