Description: Richard Varick, A Forgotten Founding Father: Revolutionary War New York HBDJ Richard Varick, A Forgotten Founding Father: Revolutionary War Soldier, Federalist Politician Mayor of New York by Paul Cushman The book features a unique look at the history of Early American history, plenty of charm and insight, hard to find title, nice reference, will look great in your collection. Born in 1753 to a prominent Dutch-American family in Hackensack, New Jersey, Richard Varick became a lawyer, then a Patriot officer in the American Revolutionary War. Colonel Varick served with distinction as aide to generals Philip Schuyler and Benedict Arnold. Later, George Washington entrusted him with the editing of his wartime papers—forty-four volumes now housed in the Library of Congress. In peacetime Varick helped initiate the new Federalist-oriented government of New York City, becoming its mayor from 1789–1801. Next he turned his energies to the accumulation of lucrative real estate, all the while furthering the development of Columbia University and the Society of the Cincinnati, and starting the entity that became Jersey City. His personal passion was to help promulgate the Christian message, especially through the founding of the American Bible Society and the New York Sunday School Union. A highly respected, multitalented businessman and national hero, he was returned to Hackensack for burial in 1831. Copyright: 2010 Pages: 284 pages Publisher: Modern Memoirs Publishing The book measures approx. 9 ½ by 6 inches. The hardcover is nice with some gentle wear and rubbing. The dustjacket is nice with some light wear and creasing. The spine end is good with light wear. The boards and corners are in good shape. The hinges and binding are tight and strong. The pages are very nice with some minor wear, book is nice. Shipping weight is 5 pounds Inventory: 1022AH250
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Topic: United States
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