Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Some Account Of The Life And Services Of William Blount, An Officer Of The Revolutionary Army, Member Of The Continental Congress And Of The Convention Which Framed The Constitution Of The United States"" by Marcus J. Wright is a comprehensive biography of William Blount, a prominent figure in American history. Blount served as an officer in the Revolutionary Army, was a member of the Continental Congress, and played a significant role in the framing of the US Constitution.The book details Blount's life from his birth in 1749 to his death in 1800, exploring his early years as a plantation owner in North Carolina, his military service during the Revolutionary War, and his political career as a member of Congress. The author also examines Blount's involvement in the formation of the US Constitution, including his role in the Constitutional Convention and his subsequent support for the ratification of the document.Throughout the book, the author provides a detailed analysis of Blount's character, highlighting his strengths and weaknesses as a leader and politician. The book also includes a wealth of primary source material, including letters, speeches, and other documents written by Blount and his contemporaries.Overall, ""Some Account Of The Life And Services Of William Blount"" is an insightful and informative biography of a key figure in American history. It provides readers with a deeper understanding of Blount's contributions to the country's founding and his enduring legacy.Also Governor Of The Territory South Of The Ohio River, And Senator In Congress U.S. 1783-1797.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.
