Colonel John Brown, of Pittsfield, Massachusetts, the Brave Accuser of Benedict…
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"Colonel John Brown, of Pittsfield, Massachusetts, the Brave Accuser of Benedict…" by Archibald M. Howe is a historical address delivered in the early 20th century, specifically during the late 1900s. This book takes a closer look at the life and legacy of Colonel John Brown, an often overlooked figure in the American Revolutionary War, accentuating his contributions and his role as an accuser of the infamous Benedict Arnold, who later became a
traitor. The address is significant as it seeks to illuminate Brown's contributions, moral courage, and the ideals he fought for during a pivotal time in American history. The content of the book provides a detailed account of Colonel John Brown's life, from his early years in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, through his military and civic engagements during the American Revolution. Throughout the narrative, Howe highlights Brown's encounters with Arnold and the controversy between them, illustrating the moral and ethical dilemmas that arose during wartime. Brown's active participation in critical battles, such as at Ticonderoga and in his defense of the Mohawk Valley, is emphasized alongside his diplomatic efforts and his ultimate sacrifice at Stone Arabia. The address culminates in a poignant reflection on the nature of treason, honor, and the often unrecognized contributions of brave patriots like John Brown to the foundation of American democracy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Howe, Archibald Murray, 1848- |
|---|---|
| Title | Colonel John Brown, of Pittsfield, Massachusetts, the Brave Accuser of Benedict Arnold |
| Credits |
Produced by Bryan Ness, Richard J. Shiffer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E201: History: America: Revolution (1775-1783) |
| Subject | Biography |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Campaigns |
| Subject | Brown, John, 1744-1780 |
| Subject | Stone Arabia, Battle of, Stone Arabia, N.Y., 1780 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 24581 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-24581-2 |
| Release Date | Feb 11, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 684 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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