A Memoir of Sir Edmund Andros, Knt., Governor of New England, New York and Virginia, &c., &c.

"A Memoir of Sir Edmund Andros, Knt." by William Henry Whitmore is a historical biography from the 1800s. The book explores the life of Sir Edmund Andros, a governor in the American colonies of New York and New England, during a period of immense political change. It analyzes his role in guiding these lands and the controversial nature of his leadership. Whitmore looks at Andros’s past, military experience, and path in politics, focusing on his time as Governor and the opposition he met during his strict rule, which led to a revolt in 1689. Whitmore explains his policies, his interactions with Native American groups, and the background of his time as governor during the return of the Stuart monarchy. Giving both personal stories and historical facts, the book aims to offer a fair view of Andros, often defending him against claims of being a tyrant, stressing his contributions to how the colonies were run, and recognizing the complex impact he had.