Story Of Garfield: Farm Boy, Soldier And President

Story of Garfield: Farm Boy, Soldier and President

by William Gunion Rutherford

This book tells the life story of James A. Garfield, the 20th president of the United States. It covers his early life in Ohio, his military service during the Civil War, his rise in politics, and his brief presidency which was tragically cut short by assassination. The book delves into the key events and relationships that shaped Garfield's life and career, providing insights into the political and social climate of the 19th century.

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William Gunion Rutherford was a Scottish scholar. He was born in Peeblesshire on 17 July 1853 and educated at St Andrews and Balliol College, Oxford, where he graduated in natural science. His intenti...

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