The Life Of John A. Rawlins

The Life of John A. Rawlins is a biography written by James Harrison Wilson that chronicles the life and accomplishments of John A. Rawlins, a lawyer, military officer, and politician who played a significant role in the American Civil War. Rawlins served as Assistant Adjutant-General, Chief of Staff, and Major General of Volunteers under General Ulysses S. Grant, and later served as Secretary of War under President Grant. The book provides an in-depth look at Rawlins' personal and professional life, including his upbringing in Illinois, his education and early career as a lawyer, and his decision to join the Union Army during the Civil War. It also details Rawlins' close relationship with Grant, his key role in the Union's victory at Vicksburg, and his efforts to reform the military during and after the war. In addition to his military service, the book explores Rawlins' political career, including his appointment as Secretary of War and his efforts to combat corruption in government. It also delves into Rawlins' personal life, including his marriage to Mary Emma Hurlbut and his struggle with alcoholism. Overall, The Life of John A. Rawlins provides a comprehensive and engaging account of an important figure in American history, shedding light on the complex and often overlooked role of military officers and politicians during the Civil War and Reconstruction eras.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.