The Life And Diary Of John Floyd

The Life and Diary of John Floyd: Governor of Virginia, an Apostle of Secession, and the Father of the Oregon Country is a historical biography written by Charles Henry Ambler and published in 1918. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life of John Floyd, who served as the Governor of Virginia from 1849 to 1852, and was a prominent figure in the secession movement that led to the American Civil War.The book also delves into Floyd's role as a key figure in the expansion of the United States into the Pacific Northwest, where he played a vital role in securing the Oregon Territory for the United States. Ambler's work is based on extensive research and draws on Floyd's personal diary to provide an intimate look at the man and his life.Ambler explores Floyd's early life, his political career, and his involvement in the secession movement, including his role as Secretary of War under President James Buchanan. The book also covers Floyd's controversial tenure as Governor of Virginia, including his efforts to expand slavery and his support for the Confederacy during the Civil War.Overall, The Life and Diary of John Floyd is a detailed and well-researched biography that sheds light on an important figure in American history. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the political and social landscape of the mid-19th century and the events that led to the Civil War.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.