Rufus Putnam and his Pioneer Life in the Northwest

This biography of Rufus Putnam tells the remarkable story of a man who played a crucial role in the settlement of the American Northwest. A veteran of the Revolutionary War, Putnam helped found the Ohio Company of Associates and was a key figure in the development of the Northwest Territory. Crawford's engaging narrative brings Putnam to life and provides a fascinating look at a critical period in American history.

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