Colonel Peter a Porter (Classic Reprint): A Memorial Delivered Before the Century in December, 1864 - Couverture souple

Frederick Swartwout Cozzens

 
9781331183587: Colonel Peter a Porter (Classic Reprint): A Memorial Delivered Before the Century in December, 1864

Synopsis

Colonel Peter A. Porter: A Memorial Delivered Before the Century in December, 1864 A concise, respectful memorial that profiles Colonel Porter, a Niagara Falls soldier and civic leader, and places his life within a long family story of service. This edition presents the speech and related reflections from The Century, offering a window into 19th‑century memory, tribute, and national history.

The memorial traces Porter’s lineage and early influences, then follows his public career, wartime service, and the circumstances of his death at Cold Harbor. It also recounts the efforts of friends to honor his memory, and describes the planned monument and burial details. The text blends biographical detail with remarks on character, artistry, and historical consequence, inviting readers to reflect on duty, sacrifice, and the shaping of a national story.

- Discover Porter family roots and the familial ties that shaped his path
- Explore the War of 1812 and Civil War moments tied to Porter’s life and death
- Read tributes that praise his judgment, imagination, and gentleness of spirit
- Learn about the memorial practices of The Century and how they honored outstanding members

Ideal for readers of Civil War and 19th‑century American biography, this memorial offers context, reverence, and a sense of how a public life is remembered.

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