Excerpt from The Life of Gen. Francis Marion: Also, Lives of Generals Moultier and Pickens, and Governor Rutledge; With Sketches of Other Distinguished Heroes and Patriots Who Served in the Revolutionary War in the Southern States
The purpose of the following work is to record the actions of some of the most celebrated of the many heroes and patriots who distinguished themselves by eminent services in the Revolutionary War, in the Southern States of the Union. Among these General Marion, whose life occupies a considerable portion of the volume, was one of the most remarkable characters who figured on the grand theatre of war in those times that "tried men"s souls." He was one of those men who are born to command. His active and brilliant career as leader of the famous "Marion"s Brigade," has scarcely a parallel in history; and his success in defending the Carolinas against the enemy, at a time when he was almost alone in the field, is due in a great measure to his power of attracting the personal regard of his men, and keeping them in active service, while surrounded by every species of discouragement, and the incessant danger of their utter destruction by the overwhelming force of the enemy. Marion"s achievements were of the most heroic and romantic character; and are always read with interest and admiration.
General Moultrie, the illustrious defender of the fortress which bears his name, is not less interesting in his way. He was remarkable for cool courage, invincible resolution, sound judgment, and excellent common sense. The city of Charleston was twice saved from capture by his exertions.
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