Gentlemen Rovers by E. Alexander Powell

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Author Powell, E. Alexander (Edward Alexander), 1879-1957
Title Gentlemen Rovers
Contents For rent: an army on elephants (Boyd) -- When we fought Napoleon (Truxton) -- When we captured an African kingdom (Eaton) -- The last fight of the "General Armstrong" (Reid) -- The pirate who turned patriot (Lafitte) -- The man who dared to cross the ranges (Smith) -- The flag of the bear -- The king of the fillbusters (Walker) -- Cities captured by contract (Ward).
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Summary "Gentlemen Rovers" by E. Alexander Powell is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book pays tribute to a group of American adventurers and soldier-of-fortune types, who are largely overlooked by history despite their significant contributions to the nation's expansion and military exploits. The text draws attention to figures like John Parker Boyd, who served valiantly in various conflicts and is emblematic of the spirited individuals who shaped America's early years. The opening of the book introduces General John Parker Boyd, who finds himself in the midst of military affairs in India during the 18th century. It captures his transition from a young, ambitious American to a commander in the British-supported forces against powerful foes like Tippoo Sultan. The narrative vividly describes his experiences, detailing his successes and struggles, including moments of near capture and subsequent heroics. This section sets the stage for an exploration of Boyd's remarkable exploits, providing an engaging glimpse into the life of a soldier of fortune and highlighting the adventurous spirit that defined the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E151: History: America: United States
Subject Walker, William, 1824-1860
Subject Boyd, John Parker, 1764-1830
Subject Truxtun, Thomas, 1755-1822
Subject Eaton, William, 1764-1811
Subject Reid, Samuel Chester, 1783-1861
Subject Laffite, Jean
Subject Smith, Jedediah Strong, 1799-1831
Subject Ward, Frederick Townsend, 1831-1862
Subject California -- History -- 1846-1850
Category Text
EBook-No. 37812
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 8, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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