"Pilots of the Republic: The Romance of the Pioneer Promoter in the Middle West" by Archer Butler Hulbert, unveils the captivating stories of the unsung heroes who spearheaded America's westward surge. It shines a light on the ambitions and trials of these pioneering leaders, figures like George Washington and Rufus Putnam, whose relentless drive and pursuit of personal gain inadvertently paved the way for national progress. The book emphasizes the power of individual action, revealing how these trailblazers helped to shape the American landscape and its spirit of exploration. By comparing the motivations of military leaders and early settlers, the narrative highlights the complex relationship between personal dreams and national growth, delivering a compelling tribute to the daring individuals who charted the course of a nation.
Pilots of the Republic: The Romance of the Pioneer Promoter in the Middle West
By Archer Butler Hulbert
Witness the ambition and drive of the early American pioneers whose quest for personal fortune forged a nation in the uncharted lands of the Middle West.
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About the AuthorArcher Butler Hulbert, FRGS, historical geographer, writer, and professor of American history, son of Rev. Calvin Butler Hulbert and Mary Elizabeth Woodward, was born in Bennington, Vermont. His father later became President of Middlebury College. Hulbert was married twice. On September 10, 1901 he married Mary Elizabeth Stacy, who died in 1920. On June 16, 1923 he married Dorothy Printup. He had two daughters by each wife.
Archer Butler Hulbert, FRGS, historical geographer, writer, and professor of American history, son of Rev. Calvin Butler Hulbert and Mary Elizabeth Woodward, was born in Bennington, Vermont. His father later became President of Middlebury College. Hulbert was married twice. On September 10, 1901 he married Mary Elizabeth Stacy, who died in 1920. On June 16, 1923 he married Dorothy Printup. He had two daughters by each wife.
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