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Author
Publisher
Da Capo Press
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
A portrait of Richard Henry Lee illuminates his role in securing political and diplomatic victories in the Revolutionary War, his efforts to unite the colonial government, and his negotiations with French supporters to obtain essential arms.
Author
Publisher
Da Capo Press, a member of the Perseus Books Group
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
" Although the framers gave the president little authority, George Washington knew whatever he did would set precedents for generations of future leaders. To ensure their ability to defend the nation, he simply ignored the Constitution when he thought it necessary. In a revealing new look at the birth of American government, "Mr. President" describes Washington's presidency in a time of continual crisis, as rebellion and attacks by foreign enemies...
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