This book is a biography of Henry Knox, one of the leading figures of the American Revolutionary War and the first Secretary of War of the United States. The book examines Knox's life and career, from his early years as a bookseller in Boston to his role as commander of the Continental Army's artillery. The author highlights Knox's significance as a military strategist and his contributions to the early development of the American military.

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