A man with a mixed legacy, but I've always been fascinated by him. Someday, when you have the time, you should read Wellington's correspondence concerning Jackson and his tactics at New Orleans - the British General sacrificed in that campaign was Wellington's brother-in-law, Bertie Pakenham (the Brits considered a courtmartial post-mortem for the loss). I'm sorry, but I'm not having any luck with google to get you a citation...
Actually, John Quincy Adams was. Thus concludes my most obscure nugget of history knowledge.
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A man with a mixed legacy, but I've always been fascinated by him. Someday, when you have the time, you should read Wellington's correspondence concerning Jackson and his tactics at New Orleans - the British General sacrificed in that campaign was Wellington's brother-in-law, Bertie Pakenham (the Brits considered a courtmartial post-mortem for the loss). I'm sorry, but I'm not having any luck with google to get you a citation...
ReplyDeleteI'm finding some links under "Edward Michael Pakenham." Bookmarked for later.
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Thank you, Nate. I've corrected the post. :.)
ReplyDeleteC'mon, smile for the camera! Who's a loveable old ethnic cleanser? Yes you are!
ReplyDeleteLooks like Andy is lacking choppers.
ReplyDelete"Those who don't recognize him" should use an ATM more.
ReplyDeletelots of hair for an old guy
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