American Military Biography: Containing the Lives, Characters, and Aneccotes of the Officers of the Revolution, who Were Most Distinguished in Achieving Our National Independence. Also, the Life of Gilbert Motier La FayetteSubscribers, 1825 - 184页 Collection of short biographical sketches of the major figures of the Revolutionary War on both sides of the conflict. Includes an overview of the root causes of the American Revolution, from the American viewpoint, as well as a longer biography of Revolutionary War General Lafayette. |
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第vi页
... action . These measures had a very happy effect ; in the mean time , the press teemed with constant publications , vindicating the rights of the colonies ; and many of them were of a highly inflammatory character , calculated to raise ...
... action . These measures had a very happy effect ; in the mean time , the press teemed with constant publications , vindicating the rights of the colonies ; and many of them were of a highly inflammatory character , calculated to raise ...
第ix页
... action . This letter was dated the 11th of February , 1768 , and the sentiments it contain- ed were reiterated by most of the colonial assemblies . From the bold and determined conduct of the assembly of Massachusetts , it was prorogued ...
... action . This letter was dated the 11th of February , 1768 , and the sentiments it contain- ed were reiterated by most of the colonial assemblies . From the bold and determined conduct of the assembly of Massachusetts , it was prorogued ...
第xiv页
... action . But this maxim did not hold true with the Americans ; they saw the danger , and resolved to resist , at the hazard of their lives , a principle , calculated to undermine the foundation of their liberties ,; although its opera ...
... action . But this maxim did not hold true with the Americans ; they saw the danger , and resolved to resist , at the hazard of their lives , a principle , calculated to undermine the foundation of their liberties ,; although its opera ...
第10页
... actions ; and sees humanity ; counteracting the the speedy end to the contest : treacherous machinations of but the former expects no epic barbarians , who conceive an muse to sing his worthy actions ; advantage can never be unjust ...
... actions ; and sees humanity ; counteracting the the speedy end to the contest : treacherous machinations of but the former expects no epic barbarians , who conceive an muse to sing his worthy actions ; advantage can never be unjust ...
第13页
... action . Though we re- in my absence . I did not con- pulsed the enemy , yet this un- fine my lodging to it , but often happy affair scattered our cat- reposed in thick cane brakes , tle , brought us into extreme to avoid the savages ...
... action . Though we re- in my absence . I did not con- pulsed the enemy , yet this un- fine my lodging to it , but often happy affair scattered our cat- reposed in thick cane brakes , tle , brought us into extreme to avoid the savages ...
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第207页 - Of all the dispositions and habits which lead to political prosperity, religion and morality are indispensable supports. In vain would that man claim the tribute of patriotism, who should labor to subvert these great pillars of human happiness, these firmest props of the duties of men and citizens.
第136页 - I profess myself a citizen of the world, totally unfettered by the little, mean distinctions of climate or of country, which diminish the benevolence of the heart and set bounds to philanthropy. Before this war was begun, I had, at an early time of life, withdrawn from sea service, in favor of calm contemplation and poetic ease.
第xx页 - I now propose to advance before you, and in person conduct you through the wicketgate ; for we must this morning either quit our pretensions to valor or possess ourselves of this fortress in a few minutes ; and inasmuch as it is a desperate attempt which none but the bravest of men dare undertake, I do not urge it on any contrary to his will. You that will undertake voluntarily, poise your firelocks.
第208页 - Resolved, That a committee, in conjunction with one from the Senate, be appointed to consider on the most suitable manner of paying honor to the memory of the man, first in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his fellow-citizens.
第84页 - I feel a sense of obligation towards my creditors; who in case of accident to me, by the forced sale of my property, may be in some degree sufferers. I did not think myself at liberty as a man of probity, lightly to expose them to this hazard.
第67页 - I take the liberty of writing this private letter to your majesty, being persuaded that my motives will also be my apology for it. "In common with the people of this country, I retain a strong and cordial sense of the services rendered to them by the Marquis de Lafayette ; and my friendship for him has been constant and sincere.
第66页 - The second party was not for the abolition of the State governments, nor for the introduction of a monarchical government under any form ; but they wished to establish such a system as could give their own States undue power and influence, in the government, over the other States.
第143页 - ... the only combustible material which he could obtain, that would afford light in this deep and darksome cave, prepared for his descent.
第205页 - Welcome, mighty chief, once more Welcome to this grateful shore : • Now no mercenary foe Aims again the fatal blow ; Aims at thee the fatal blow. " Virgins fair and matrons grave, Those thy conquering arms did save, Build for thee triumphal bowers. Strew, ye fair, his way with flowers ; Strew your Hero's way with flowers.
第90页 - ... to you cordial congratulations upon the occasion of your recent arrival in the United States, in compliance with the wishes of Congress, and to assure you of the very high satisfaction which your presence affords on this early theatre of your glory and renown. Although but...