Life of General Thomas Pinckney (1895)

Life of General Thomas Pinckney is a biographical book written by Charles Cotesworth Pinckney in 1895. The book is a detailed account of the life of General Thomas Pinckney, a prominent figure in American history. The book covers his early life, education, military career, political career, and personal life. Thomas Pinckney was born in South Carolina in 1750 and was educated in England before returning to America to serve in the Revolutionary War. He played a key role in the Battle of Camden and was later appointed as the governor of South Carolina. He went on to serve as the United States Minister to Great Britain and was instrumental in negotiating the Treaty of San Lorenzo with Spain, which opened up the Mississippi River to American trade. The book delves into Pinckney's personal life, including his marriage to Elizabeth Motte and their children. It also explores his political beliefs and his contributions to the development of the United States as a nation. Overall, Life of General Thomas Pinckney provides a comprehensive look at the life of a significant figure in American history and offers insights into the political and social climate of the time.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.