Winfield Scott and the Profession of Arms
Author | : Allan Peskin |
Publisher | : Kent State University Press |
Total Pages | : 356 |
Release | : 2003 |
ISBN-13 | : 0873387740 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780873387743 |
Rating | : 4/5 (43 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Winfield Scott and the Profession of Arms by : Allan Peskin
Download or read book Winfield Scott and the Profession of Arms written by Allan Peskin and published by Kent State University Press. This book was released on 2003 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winfield Scott (1786-1866) was arguably the premier soldier of his era, responsible for the professionalization of the US Army during his long career. Allan Peskin's biography presents research which supports the view of General Scott as a forward-looking managerial officer.