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Light-Horse Harry: A Biography of Washington’s Great Cavalryman, General Henry Lee (Heroes and Villains from American History) Kindle Edition

by Noel B. Gerson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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An engrossing biography of Washington’s great cavalryman.

General Henry Lee was an accomplished soldier and statesman, recognised for his heroic cavalry exploits during the American Revolutionary War. Ideal reading for those who have enjoyed the books of H. W. Brands, Craig L. Symonds and Nathaniel Philbrick.



Henry Lee learnt to ride before he was 5, joined Washington’s Army upon the outbreak of the American Revolution at 19, and was appointed Captain of the Fifth Troop of Virginia Dragoons at 20. At 22 Colonel Lee took command of a mixed cavalry and infantry unit known as “Lee’s Legion” – the finest offensive team in the entire Continental Army.

Nicknamed “Light-Horse Harry” for his lightning raids on British supply wagons, the young Virginian quickly earned a reputation for horsemanship and distinguished himself as one of the most skilled and courageous cavalry officers of the American Revolution.

“No man sits a saddle more firmly” said General George Washington of Henry Lee.

After the war Lee served in the Virginia legislature, in the Congress under the Articles of Confederation, in the Virginia Convention of 1788 that ratified the federal Constitution, and as governor of the state between 1791 and 1794. His political career was interrupted while he commanded the Army to put down the Whiskey Rebellion in 1794. From 1799 to 1801 he served in the United States House of Representatives.

George Washington’s personal confidant and friend, on the President’s death in 1799 Lee delivered the immortal lines: “First in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen.”

Noel B. Gerson charts the triumphs and tragedies of one of the nation’s most distinguished citizens, whose rapid rise to fame was overshadowed by bankruptcy, imprisonment and the injuries he received from an angry mob in later life. Drawing on a wealth of contemporary sources, including private correspondence and Lee’s own published memoirs, Gerson masterfully portrays a dedicated patriot and natural-born soldier, a trait he passed on to his even more renowned son, General Robert E. Lee.

“a lively and interesting account of the life and military career of General Henry Lee.” The Pennsylvania Magazine of History and Biography

Light-Horse Harry is the history of a quintessential Virginia cavalryman and gallant Revolutionary war hero whose political accomplishments helped pave the way for American independence.
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B094JG2H9P
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Sapere Books (June 13, 2021)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 13, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1186 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 331 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1800552475
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 225 ratings

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4.6 out of 5 stars
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Richard
5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding biography
Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2023
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Before reading this biography, I knew only highlights about this most interesting man. Completing this book, I appreciate him so much more. Noel Gerson writes so well. I enjoyed each section of Lee’s life as it unfolded. The battles he fought during the War were fascinating, and the political battles were no less interesting and important. His relationships with the “Founding Fathers” were surprising to me.
His domestic struggles with debt, boredom, and loneliness were very poignantly and sympathetically described.
I will certainly look for another biography by Noel Gerson.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Well written biography of Harry Lee
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2022
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A well written and well researched biography one of the o
More significant military and political leaders of the American revolution.
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Bill McCrary
5.0 out of 5 stars what a great read!
Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2024
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Fascinating story. Hard to put this book down. A relatively unknown hero who was a critical figure in the revolutionary war
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Robert W. Lehnert
5.0 out of 5 stars A great book about a Great man.
Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2022
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One of the most industrious officers of the Revolution and a national hero. It is a shame that more so not taught of his exploits.
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William L. Rowe
5.0 out of 5 stars Readable and informative biography with context
Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2021
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An easy read biography set in context of Virginia, revolutionary war and federalists history. Questionable stories are noted. The roles of women are well covered.
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michael J Monteith
4.0 out of 5 stars American Hero Rememberd
Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2022
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A great man that could teach many of today's politicians, and military leaders what it means to serve ones country above ones self. It is fortunate that the men in politics today do not have any morals.
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Bob Wittenberg
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Read!
Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2023
This man was a true hero! Our country owes him a huge debt. Why hasn’t there been a movie made about his life!
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Ron Baumer
5.0 out of 5 stars Great American Revolutionary War Biography
Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2021
An outstanding novel on one of the heroes of the American Revolutionary War. It was truly inspirational and full of action. This book definitely helped me to learn more of the men who fought for our freedom from England. A must read for history enthusiasts.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in Canada on January 17, 2022
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Massive research went into this. Rivoting read. Good insight into the history of the day. And a portrait of the humanity and character of a great American.
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