Memoirs of General Lafayette by Samuel L. Knapp
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About this eBook
| Author | Knapp, Samuel L. (Samuel Lorenzo), 1783-1838 |
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| Contributor | Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 |
| Title |
Memoirs of General Lafayette With an Account of His Visit to America and His Reception By the People of the United States; From His Arrival, August 15th, to the Celebration at Yorktown, October 19th, 1824. |
| Credits |
Text file produced by Stan Goodman, Marvin A. Hodges, Charles Franks, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team HTML file produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "Memoirs of General Lafayette" by Samuel L. Knapp is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work chronicles the life and contributions of the Marquis de Lafayette, a key figure in the American Revolutionary War, detailing his ardent support for civil liberties and his involvement in key military campaigns. The memoir focuses particularly on Lafayette’s visit to America in 1824, where he was celebrated for his role in the fight for independence and was warmly received by the American people. The opening of the memoir introduces the reader to Lafayette's immense dedication to the cause of liberty, highlighting his background and motivations. It outlines his early life, his noble upbringing in France, and his passionate resolve to support the American colonies in their fight against British rule. The narrative conveys Lafayette's arrival in America, his campaign participation, and his personal connections with prominent figures such as George Washington. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for an exploration of Lafayette's lasting impact on both American and French revolutionary movements, showcasing his blend of personal sacrifice and military prowess. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E201: History: America: Revolution (1775-1783) |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 |
| Subject | Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Du Motier, marquis de, 1757-1834 |
| Subject | France -- History -- 1789-1900 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 7449 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jul 5, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 196 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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