Author: UNKNOWN. AUTHOR
Publisher: Forgotten Books
ISBN: 9781330721483
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 68
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Excerpt from The Life of Gen. Zachary Taylor The American branch of the family from which he sprang originated with James Taylor, who emigrated to this country from England in the year 1692, and settled in the eastern part of Virginia. It is a singular fact that the eldest sons in a lineal descent have uniformly borne the name of James from this ancestor to the present day. General James Taylor, of Newport, Kentucky, who was Quartermaster General in the army at the time of Hull's surrender, and now eighty years of age, is the oldest living of this direct line of eldest sons, not one of whom has died before the father; and his oldest son being named James, who has also a son of the same name, all in good health, the prospect is still fair for the perpetuation of this peculiarity in the descent of the family name. The collateral branches, springing of course from the younger sons and daughters, have extended to many parts of Virginia, North Carolina, and Kentucky, and in fact all over the Southern States, even into Texas. Many of our most distinguished men have sprung from this family; among others, James Madison, John Taylor of Carolina, author of several well known political works, Judge Pendleton of Virginia, and Gen. Memucan Hunt. Gen. James Taylor of Newport, who as before stated is now living, and Hubbard and Richard Taylor, younger brothers, emigrated to Kentucky soon after its admission to the Union in 1702. Col. Richard Taylor, the youngest of these brothers, and the father of Zachary, settled near Louisville, and was distinguished for his bravery and military talents. Many instances are preserved in the traditions of that State of his desperate encounters with the savages, and Governor Scott, who was sometimes a little profane, is reported to have said that "if he had to storm the gates of Hell, he should want Dick Taylor to lead the column " He was not only noted for his courage, but was a man of some eminence in the political world, having been a presidential elector in Kentucky for many years, voting for Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, and Clay. He died near Lexington, on the 19th Feb., 1826. The mother of Gen. Taylor was a woman of lofty spirits and educated mind, and distinguished for her many virtues. At the age of six years Zachary was placed under a private tutor, Mr. Elisha Ayres, who is still living at Preston, Connecticut, and says that he remembers his distinguished pupil as being a very active and sensible boy. But little is known of the General's youth, but all accounts agree in describing it as one of rare promise for a military man. He showed a predilection for the exercises and accomplishments of the soldier, and as an instance of his bravery and hardihood it is related that when about seventeen years of age he swam from the Kentucky shore across the Ohio river to the Indiana side and back again without resting, in company with an elder brother, long since dead. The feat was performed in the month of March, when the river was swollen and chill, and far surpasses the famous one of swimming the Hellespont, which is about a mile across, and of delightful temperature. Soon after the affair of the Chesapeake and the Leopard, the excitement against Great Britain had risen to the highest pitch, and everything portending a war with the most powerful kingdom of Europe, in 1808, young Taylor applied for a commission in the Army, and through the influence of his father obtained a Lieutenantcy in the seventh Regiment of Infantry of the United States Army. Before the war broke out in 1812 he had risen to the rank of Captain, and being ordered for service in the western country, he was engaged in repelling the border warfare of the Indians, which immediately succeeded the fall of Detroit and the surrender of Gen. Hull's Army. Captain Taylor was intrusted with the command of Fort Harrison, on the Wabash, having a garrison of about fifty men,
Author: C. Frank Powell
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Category : Mexican War, 1846-1848
Languages : en
Pages : 106
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Author: C. Frank Powell
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ISBN: 9781330637661
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 216
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Excerpt from Life of Major-General Zachary Taylor The author of the "Life and Times of Louis Philippe," says in his preface, "The desire that is implanted in the human breast, of approaching those who have filled distinguished parts in the theatre of human action those - who have secured the highest pedestals in the pantheon of political fame - those who have acquired a memorable name by the exercise of personal authority over a large portion of their fellow-creatures, will forever give to biography a high moral influence, and an interest superior to any that general history can excite. Time intervenes to remove us from a familiar intercourse with the greatest characters - space also produces a similar separation, but, the evil of both cases has found its remedy in the truthful and laborious productions of impartial writers." These remarks are applicable to the biography before us, the latter being representative of the career and actions of an individual who has occupied a large space in his country's history and affections, and which actions should form an interesting and useful portion of our political knowledge. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Author: Henry Montgomery
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
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Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 398
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The Life of Major General Zachary Taylor is a great biography of America's 12th president. Montgomery's biography includes a short history of the Taylor family, and focuses on his military career rather than time as president. A table of contents is included.
Author: Abraham Lincoln
Publisher: DigiCat
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Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 41
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DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Life and Public Service of General Zachary Taylor: An Address" by Abraham Lincoln. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.
Author: Reese Fry Joseph Reese Fry
Publisher: Applewood Books
ISBN: 142902125X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 392
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Author: Henry Montgomery
Publisher: Applewood Books
ISBN: 1429022051
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 366
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This is an OCR edition without illustrations or index. It may have numerous typos or missing text. However, purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original rare book from GeneralBooksClub.com. You can also preview excerpts from the book there. Purchasers are also entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Original Published by: Derby & Hewson in 1847 in 368 pages; Subjects: Presidents; United States; Biography & Autobiography / Presidents & Heads of State; Biography & Autobiography / Military; Biography & Autobiography / Presidents & Heads of State; History / United States / General; History / United States / State & Local / General; History / United States / 19th Century; Juvenile Nonfiction / Biography & Autobiography / Political;
Author: Benjamin Perley Poore
Publisher: Forgotten Books
ISBN: 9781333416874
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 22
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Excerpt from Life of Gen. Zachary Taylor: The Whig Candidate for the President The battle raged with intense fury; and loud above the sharp rattle of the musketry and the deep din of the artillery, was heard the loud cheering of the Americans, as Gen. Taylor inspired them with fresh ardor, by animated remarks and daring courage. It was a glorious sight to see, For one who had no friend, no brother there. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Author: UNKNOWN. AUTHOR
Publisher: Forgotten Books
ISBN: 9781330950128
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 36
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Excerpt from Taylor and Fillmore: Life of Major-General Zachary Taylor It is not our purpose, in the present sketch of the life and services of General Taylor, to give a minute history of all those important military transactions by which he has added lustre to the American name, in the several wars which have occurred since the year 1812. They form a part of the history of our country; and will serve to invigorate the national spirit for centuries to come. All men are familiar with the illustrious general's deeds of arms. We shall therefore confine ourselves to a very rapid sketch of his battles and sieges, while we dwell with more emphasis on those anecdotes and personal traits which serve to exhibit in unmistakeable traits the character of the man. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Author: C. Frank POWELL
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Languages : en
Pages : 146
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