The Life Of William Henry Of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, 1729-1786 (1910) - Hardcover

by Francis Jr. Jordan (Author)

""The Life of William Henry of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, 1729-1786"" is a biographical account of the life of William Henry, a prominent figure in colonial Pennsylvania. Written by Francis Jordan Jr. and originally published in 1910, the book provides a detailed look at Henry's life, from his birth in Lancaster to his death in 1786. The book covers Henry's role in the French and Indian War, his involvement in the American Revolution, and his work as a doctor and politician in Lancaster. Jordan also explores Henry's personal life, including his marriage to Ann Shippen and his relationships with other prominent figures of the time. Throughout the book, Jordan provides a wealth of historical context and background information, making it an informative read for anyone interested in colonial Pennsylvania and the American Revolution. The book is well-researched and includes numerous primary sources, such as letters and diaries, that help bring Henry's story to life. Overall, ""The Life of William Henry of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, 1729-1786"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography of an important figure in American history.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.