Letter To The Secretary Of War

""Letter to the Secretary of War: Or Review of the Controversy on a Question of Rank Between Generals Scott and Gaines"" is a historical document written by Winfield Scott in 1827. The book discusses a dispute that arose between two prominent military figures, Generals Scott and Gaines, over their respective ranks. Scott, who was the senior officer, believed that he should have been given precedence over Gaines, but the latter disagreed. The book provides a detailed account of the controversy, including the arguments presented by both sides, as well as the opinions of other military officials and the public. It also includes Scott's letter to the Secretary of War, in which he presents his case and defends his position. Overall, the book provides valuable insight into the military culture and hierarchy of the early 19th century, as well as the personalities and ambitions of two of its most prominent figures.""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.