| Author |
Powell, E. Alexander (Edward Alexander), 1879-1957 |
| LoC No. |
15021815
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| Title |
The road to glory
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| Original Publication |
United States: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1915.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 57.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Peter Becker, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"The Road to Glory" by E. Alexander Powell is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work focuses on the untold stories of adventurers and unsung heroes who played significant roles in shaping the territories of the United States, particularly in the context of territorial expansion and conflict in the early 19th century. It highlights figures who, despite their contributions, have largely been overlooked by history, paving the way for events like the Texas liberation and other frontier conquests. The opening of the narrative sets the tone by introducing the perspective of valorous but underappreciated men, including the adventurer Philip Nolan and his efforts to bring wild horses from Texas to Louisiana. We learn of Nolan's expeditions, his subsequent confrontation with Spanish forces, and his tragic fate. Powell’s introduction incorporates historical context, outlining the complexities of American expansion and the motivations of these adventurers, intertwining tales of heroism with the political dynamics of the time. The narrative promises thrilling accounts that reflect on the legacy of these men, suggesting that their daring exploits were crucial to the emerging American identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
E151: History: America: United States
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| Subject |
Texas -- History -- Revolution, 1835-1836
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| Subject |
Creek War, 1813-1814
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| Subject |
Whitman, Marcus, 1802-1847
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| Subject |
Doniphan's Expedition, 1846-1847
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| Subject |
United States Naval Expedition to Japan (1852-1854)
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| Subject |
Tippecanoe, Battle of, Ind., 1811
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| Subject |
Qualla Battoo, Sumatra, Attack on, 1832
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| Subject |
Mexico -- History -- Wars of Independence, 1810-1821
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74621 |
| Release Date |
Oct 22, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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