Lives Of William Richardson Davie And Samuel Kirkland (1848)

The book ""Lives of William Richardson Davie and Samuel Kirkland"" is a biography written by Fordyce Mitchell Hubbard and published in 1848. The book is a detailed account of the lives of two prominent figures in American history, William Richardson Davie and Samuel Kirkland. William Richardson Davie was a lawyer, soldier, and statesman who played a significant role in the American Revolution. He served as a delegate to the Constitutional Convention and was instrumental in the drafting of the United States Constitution. He also served as the Governor of North Carolina and was a major general in the United States Army during the Quasi-War with France.Samuel Kirkland was a missionary and educator who worked with Native American tribes in upstate New York during the 18th century. He founded the Hamilton-Oneida Academy, which later became Hamilton College, and was a prominent advocate for Native American rights. The book provides a detailed account of the lives of these two men, including their upbringing, education, and significant achievements. It also includes information about their personal lives and relationships. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, particularly the Revolutionary War and the early years 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.