The Life Of Sir William Pepperrell

By Usher Parsons

Book Overview

The Life of Sir William Pepperrell is a biography written by Parsons Usher about the famous American colonial military leader and businessman, Sir William Pepperrell. The book explores Pepperrell's life and achievements, including his role in the capture of the French fortress of Louisbourg during the War of Austrian Succession, his successful business ventures, and his contributions to the development of the town of Kittery, Maine. The biography also delves into Pepperrell's personal life, including his marriage to Mary Hirst and his relationships with his children. Through extensive research and analysis of historical documents, Usher provides a detailed account of Pepperrell's life and legacy, shedding light on the important role he played in shaping the history of colonial America. The Life of Sir William Pepperrell is a fascinating read for anyone interested in American history, military strategy, and the lives of influential figures from the past.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1430469242
• ISBN13: 9781430469247
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"