Autobiography Of Oliver Otis Howard

The Autobiography of Oliver Otis Howard is a memoir written by Oliver Otis Howard, a Civil War general and the founder of Howard University. In this book, Howard recounts his life story, from his childhood in Maine to his experiences as a soldier in the Civil War and his later work as a philanthropist and educator.The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different period of Howard's life. In the first section, Howard describes his upbringing and his decision to attend West Point. He then goes on to recount his experiences as a soldier in the Civil War, including his role in the Battle of Gettysburg and his leadership of the Freedmen's Bureau, which was responsible for providing assistance to newly freed slaves.In the later sections of the book, Howard discusses his work as the founder of Howard University, which was established to provide education and opportunities for African Americans. He also discusses his involvement in various philanthropic endeavors, including his work with the American Indian Wars and his efforts to promote education and social justice.Throughout the book, Howard offers insights into his personal beliefs and values, including his deep Christian faith and his commitment to social justice and equality. The Autobiography of Oliver Otis Howard is a fascinating and inspiring account of one man's life and his efforts to make a difference in the world.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.