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Biographical Sketch Of Captain William H. Swift Of The Topographical Engineers, United States Army, 1832-1849 (1880)

Biographical Sketch Of Captain William H. Swift Of The Topographical Engineers, United States Army, 1832-1849 (1880)

George Washington Cullum

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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9781104040741
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''Biographical Sketch of Captain William H. Swift of the Topographical Engineers, United States Army, 1832-1849'' is a book written by George Washington Cullum and published in 1880. The book is a detailed account of the life and career of Captain William H. Swift, who served in the United States Army as a topographical engineer from 1832 to 1849. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Swift’s early life, education, and military career, including his work on various surveying and mapping expeditions in the western United States. It also covers Swift’s involvement in the Mexican-American War, where he played a key role in several important battles and campaigns.Throughout the book, Cullum provides a wealth of information about Swift’s personal and professional life, including his relationships with fellow soldiers and his family. The book also includes numerous illustrations and maps that help to bring Swift’s story to life.Overall, ''Biographical Sketch of Captain William H. Swift of the Topographical Engineers, United States Army, 1832-1849'' is an informative and engaging account of one man’s remarkable career in the military. It offers valuable insights into the history of the United States Army and the role of topographical engineers in shaping the nation’s geography and infrastructure.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.

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