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050 4 _aE201
100 1 _aWeems, M. L.
_q(Mason Locke),
_d1759-1825
245 1 4 _aThe Life of General Francis Marion
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c1997
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 1997-03-01
520 _a"The Life of General Francis Marion" by M. L. Weems is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This biography explores the life and contributions of Francis Marion, a key figure during the American Revolutionary War in the Southern states, particularly known for his guerrilla warfare tactics against British forces in South Carolina. The opening of the book introduces an earnest reflection by Weems on the historical accuracy of his narrative, acknowledging that while embellished, the account of Marion's valor is based on significant truths. It begins with insights into Marion's Huguenot ancestry, detailing the struggles his family faced before settling in Carolina. This leads to the story of his youthful romance with Louisa D'Aubrey, their bond strengthened by their shared challenges, which ultimately shapes Marion's character as a determined and selfless patriot ready to defend his country against tyranny. Throughout this introduction, the deep love and foundational values of Marion and Louisa are portrayed, setting a poignant stage for understanding Marion's later heroics in the struggle for American independence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aMarion, Francis, 1732-1795
653 _aGenerals -- United States -- Biography
653 _aSouth Carolina -- Militia -- Biography
653 _aSouth Carolina -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783
653 _aGeorgia -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783
653 _aSwamp Fox
653 _aUnited States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Campaigns
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/846
999 _c42965
_d42965