Life Of General Thomas Pinckney (1895)

The Life of General Thomas Pinckney is a biography written by Charles Cotesworth Pinckney and published in 1895. The book tells the story of Thomas Pinckney, a prominent figure in American history who played a significant role in the American Revolution and the early years of the United States. The biography begins with Pinckney's childhood in South Carolina, where he was born into a wealthy family in 1750. It then follows his education and early career as a lawyer before delving into his military service during the American Revolution. Pinckney served in various capacities during the war, including as a captain in the Continental Army and as a member of the South Carolina Provincial Congress.After the war, Pinckney continued his public service, serving as a delegate to the Continental Congress and as a member of the South Carolina legislature. He also played a key role in negotiating the Treaty of San Lorenzo, which established the boundary between the United States and Spanish Florida.The biography provides a detailed account of Pinckney's personal and professional life, including his marriage to Elizabeth Motte and his relationships with other prominent figures of the time, such as George Washington and John Adams. It also explores his views on slavery and his efforts to reconcile the tensions between the North and South in the years leading up to the Civil War.Overall, The Life of General Thomas Pinckney is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of America's most important historical figures.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.