Illustrated Life Of General Winfield Scott, Commander-In-Chief Of The Army In Mexico (1847)

The Illustrated Life of General Winfield Scott, Commander-in-Chief of the Army in Mexico (1847) is a biographical account of the life and military career of General Winfield Scott. Written by Scott himself, the book provides a detailed and engaging look at the life of one of the most celebrated military leaders of the 19th century.Born in Virginia in 1786, Scott rose to prominence as a military leader during the War of 1812, where he distinguished himself in several key battles. He went on to serve in a number of other conflicts throughout his career, including the Mexican-American War, where he served as commander-in-chief of the American forces.The book is filled with vivid descriptions of the battles and campaigns in which Scott participated, as well as his personal reflections on the challenges and triumphs of his military career. Illustrated with numerous maps and engravings, the book offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of one of America's most celebrated military leaders.Overall, The Illustrated Life of General Winfield Scott is a must-read for anyone interested in American military history or the life of one of its most iconic figures. With its engaging prose, detailed descriptions, and stunning illustrations, this book is sure to captivate readers of all ages and backgrounds.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.