General Lewis Cass, 1782-1866

General Lewis Cass, 1782-1866 is a biographical book written by Canfield about the life and career of Lewis Cass. Cass was an American military officer, politician, and diplomat who served as a U.S. Senator from Michigan, U.S. Secretary of War, and U.S. Secretary of State. The book covers Cass's early life, his military career during the War of 1812 and the Black Hawk War, his political career, and his role in the development of the West. It also delves into Cass's views on slavery, his role in the Mexican-American War, and his unsuccessful bid for the presidency in 1848. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed account of Cass's life and contributions to American history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the United States, the West, and the military and political career of Lewis Cass.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.