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The Life of George Rogers Clark is a biography written by James Alton James. The book chronicles the life of George Rogers Clark, an American soldier and frontiersman who played a significant role in the American Revolutionary War. Clark is best known for his leadership of the Illinois campaign, which resulted in the capture of several British forts in the Ohio Valley. The book covers Clark's early life, including his upbringing in Virginia and his experiences as a surveyor in the Ohio Valley. It then delves into his military career, highlighting his successes and failures as a commander. The book also explores Clark's personal life, including his relationships with family and friends.James Alton James draws on a variety of primary sources to provide a detailed and comprehensive account of Clark's life. He also places Clark's actions within the context of the larger historical events of the time, providing readers with a broader understanding of the American Revolution and its impact on the frontier. Overall, The Life of George Rogers Clark is a well-researched and engaging biography that sheds light on 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.