Colonel Henry Ludington: A Memoir

"Colonel Henry Ludington: A Memoir" by Willis Fletcher Johnson is a historical biography that tells the story of Colonel Henry Ludington, an important figure in the American Revolution. The book shines a light on Colonel Ludington's work and the important role of local militia leaders during the war. It starts by talking about how important regional militias were to the Revolutionary War and introduces Ludington as a key person. The author shares information about Ludington’s family history, from their beginnings in England to their move to America. The book also points out important events in Ludington’s early life, like his time in the French and Indian War which helped him later lead others in the Revolution.