History Of The Life And Services Of Captain Samuel Dewees: A Native Of Pennsylvania, And Soldier Of The Revolutionary And Last Wars (1844)

A History Of The Life And Services Of Captain Samuel Dewees: A Native Of Pennsylvania, And Soldier Of The Revolutionary And Last Wars is a book written by John Smith Hanna and published in 1844. The book is a detailed account of the life and military career of Captain Samuel Dewees, who was a native of Pennsylvania and fought in both the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812.The book begins with a brief overview of Dewees' early life and family background, before delving into his military service. Hanna provides a detailed account of Dewees' experiences during the Revolutionary War, including his participation in the battles of Brandywine, Germantown, and Monmouth. The book also covers Dewees' involvement in the War of 1812, where he served as a captain in the Pennsylvania militia.Throughout the book, Hanna provides a wealth of historical detail and context, including descriptions of the political and social climate of the times, as well as insights into the military tactics and strategies employed during the wars. In addition to his military service, the book also covers Dewees' life after the wars, including his work as a farmer and his involvement in local politics.Overall, A History Of The Life And Services Of Captain Samuel Dewees is a comprehensive and informative account of the life and military career of one of Pennsylvania's most notable soldiers. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812, as well as the life of a soldier in the early days of the United States.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.