A Memoir, Rufus R. Dawes Born July 4, 1838, Died August 1, 1899 (1900)

""A Memoir, Rufus R. Dawes: Born July 4, 1838, Died August 1, 1899"" is a book written by William E. Roe in 1900. The book is a biography of Rufus R. Dawes, a prominent American Civil War officer who fought for the Union Army. The book chronicles Dawes' life from his birth on July 4, 1838, to his death on August 1, 1899. The book is divided into several chapters that cover different aspects of Dawes' life, including his upbringing, education, military career, and personal life. The author draws on a variety of sources, including Dawes' personal letters, journals, and other documents, to provide a detailed and insightful portrait of the man.The book begins with a brief overview of Dawes' family background and early years, before moving on to his education and eventual decision to join the Union Army during the Civil War. The author provides a detailed account of Dawes' military career, including his service in several key battles and his rise through the ranks to become a Brigadier General.Throughout the book, the author also explores Dawes' personal life, including his marriage, family, and relationships with other notable figures of the time. The book concludes with a reflection on Dawes' legacy and the impact he had on American history.Overall, ""A Memoir, Rufus R. Dawes: Born July 4, 1838, Died August 1, 1899"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography of an important figure in American history. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a Civil War hero and the times in which he lived.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.