Publisher's Synopsis
David DuBose Gaillard: A Memorial (1916) is a book written by the Third United States Volunteer Engineers in honor of David DuBose Gaillard, a prominent American military engineer who played a critical role in the construction of the Panama Canal. The book provides a detailed account of Gaillard's life, career, and accomplishments, including his service in the Spanish-American War and his work on the Panama Canal. The book also includes a collection of tributes and eulogies from Gaillard's colleagues and friends, as well as photographs and illustrations that document his life and work. Overall, David DuBose Gaillard: A Memorial is a fitting tribute to one of America's most accomplished military engineers and a testament to his enduring legacy.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.