TY  - BOOK
AU  - Marshall,John
TI  - The Life of George Washington, Vol. 5: Commander in Chief of the American Forces During the War
 which Established the Independence of his Country and First
 President of the United States
AV  - E300 
PY  - 2006///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Generals -- United States -- Biography
KW  - Presidents -- United States -- Biography
KW  - Washington, George, 1732-1799
N1  - Release date is 2006-06-15; Produced by Linda Cantoni and  David Widger; Original publication data not identified
N2  - "The Life of George Washington, Vol. 5" by John Marshall is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This volume delves into the political and military leadership of George Washington during tumultuous times, focusing on his second term as President and the complexities of foreign relations, especially concerning France and Great Britain. The book likely explores themes of governance, neutrality, and national identity in the context of an evolving American landscape.  The opening of this volume introduces Washington’s unanimous re-election as President and highlights the critical geopolitical climate, including the war between Great Britain and France. As tensions rise, Washington faces challenges from foreign diplomats, notably Edmond Genet, and grapples with internal dissent regarding the nation’s stance on neutrality. Key themes include the dilemma of maintaining American sovereignty, the pressure to support France due to historical alliances, and the explicit contrasts in opinions within Washington's cabinet, setting the stage for a broader discussion of national policy and identity during a pivotal period in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/18595
ER  -