Oliver Pollock: The Life And Times Of An Unknown Patriot is a biographical book written by James Alton James. The book tells the story of Oliver Pollock, an American merchant and financier who played a significant role in the American Revolution. Pollock is not as well-known as other founding fathers of the United States, but his contributions to the cause of American independence were crucial.The book is divided into several chapters that cover different aspects of Pollock's life. The first chapter introduces the reader to ...
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Oliver Pollock: The Life And Times Of An Unknown Patriot is a biographical book written by James Alton James. The book tells the story of Oliver Pollock, an American merchant and financier who played a significant role in the American Revolution. Pollock is not as well-known as other founding fathers of the United States, but his contributions to the cause of American independence were crucial.The book is divided into several chapters that cover different aspects of Pollock's life. The first chapter introduces the reader to Pollock and his early life, including his birth in Ireland and his move to America. The subsequent chapters describe Pollock's career as a merchant, his involvement in the American Revolution, and his work as a financier for the Continental Army.James Alton James uses a variety of sources to tell Pollock's story, including letters, diaries, and other historical documents. The book provides a detailed account of Pollock's life, including his relationships with other prominent figures of the American Revolution, such as George Washington and Benjamin Franklin.Overall, Oliver Pollock: The Life And Times Of An Unknown Patriot is a fascinating biography that sheds light on an important but often overlooked figure in American history. The book is well-researched and engaging, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the American Revolution or the history of the United States.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.
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