Excerpt from Biographical Sketch of Caesar Augustus Rodney: Read Before the Grand Lodge of Delaware
As soon as the war of 1812 was declared, he was elected Capo tain of a company of artillery. Beloved by his men, as he was in every situation, he was a good officer, and commanded them through that war. They volunteered their services to the United States - were accepted, discharged garrison-duty, for some time, and were encamped, for a season, being part of a body of four hundred men,who marched from Delaware, to aid in the defense of Baltimore, but were arrested before reaching it, by intelligence that they, were not needed.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book details the life and legacy of Caesar Augustus Rodney, an eminent American statesman, lawyer, and diplomat. Born in 1772, Rodney played a pivotal role in the early history of the United States, serving as a delegate to the Continental Congress and a signer of the Declaration of Independence. He later served as Attorney General under Presidents Jefferson and Madison, and as Minister Plenipotentiary to Argentina under President Monroe. The book delves into Rodney's political career, his legal acumen, and his diplomatic achievements, providing a comprehensive portrait of a man who left an enduring mark on American history. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781330963395_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330963395