Lord Jeffery Amherst: A Soldier of the King is a biography written by J.C. Long that tells the story of Jeffery Amherst, a British soldier who served during the 18th century. The book explores Amherst's life and military career, including his rise through the ranks of the British Army, his notable victories in the Seven Years' War, and his eventual appointment as Commander-in-Chief of British forces in North America. The author delves into Amherst's personal life, including his relationships with his family and his peers, ...
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Lord Jeffery Amherst: A Soldier of the King is a biography written by J.C. Long that tells the story of Jeffery Amherst, a British soldier who served during the 18th century. The book explores Amherst's life and military career, including his rise through the ranks of the British Army, his notable victories in the Seven Years' War, and his eventual appointment as Commander-in-Chief of British forces in North America. The author delves into Amherst's personal life, including his relationships with his family and his peers, as well as his political views and actions. The book also explores the social and political context of the time, including the tensions between the British and Native American populations in North America.Through extensive research and analysis, Long provides a comprehensive and engaging account of Amherst's life and legacy, highlighting his contributions to British military history and his impact on the development of the British Empire. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, British colonialism, or the life of one of the most influential soldiers of the 18th century.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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