Explore the life of one of the most prominent figures in British history with this engaging biography of Marquis Cornwallis. Written in the early nineteenth century, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of eighteenth-century politics and warfare, and the complex personality of a man who played a key role in the American Revolution and the war with France. With vivid descriptions of battles, diplomacy, and personal relationships, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the British Empire. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.