A Sketch of the Life of Brig. Gen. Francis Marion

""A Sketch of the Life of Brigadier General Francis Marion"" is a biographical book written by William Dobein James. The book is about the life of Brigadier General Francis Marion, who was a prominent military figure during the American Revolution. The book covers Marion's life from his early years in South Carolina to his military career, including his involvement in the battles of Savannah and Charleston. The book also discusses Marion's leadership in the guerrilla warfare tactics that he employed during the war, which made him known as the ""Swamp Fox."" The author provides a detailed account of Marion's life, including his personal and professional relationships, as well as his impact on the American Revolution. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history or military history.The year 1781 commenced under auspices more propitious than those of the last year. The British had exercised so much oppression and rapacity over all those who would not join them, and so much insolence over those who did, and were in the least suspected, that the people of South Carolina found there was no alternative but between a state of downright vassalage and warfare.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.