ISBN: 9781333938024 - Eleazar Wheelock Ripley, of the War of 1812 (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book tells the life story of Eleazer Wheelock Ripley, a prominent figure in the American military and political landscape of the early 19th century. The author traces his lineage back to the founders of both Dartmouth College and the town of Dedham, Massachusetts, demonstrating Ripley's deep roots in American history. Through his dedicated military service, including his instrumental role in the War of 1812, Ripley rose to the rank of brigadier general and left a lasting legacy on American military strategy. As an active member of the Democratic-Republican party, he was a vocal advocate for policies that would shape the nation's westward expansion and solidify its standing as a leading world power. This biography not only sheds light on the life of a remarkable individual but also offers valuable insights into the political and military dynamics that shaped the early republic. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …