Daniel Morgan Forgotten Hero

by Ronald Hamilton

In a day and age when generals were wealthy, educated,upper class aristocrats; Dan Morgan went from an illiterate, penniless runaway to become a brigadier general and revolutionary war hero. His story is a remarkable tale of America's breaking away from the class structure of Britain's social system as much as it is the story of a forgotten Revolutionary War hero. The American frontier's influence in creating a totally new system is evident. Morgan breaks the mold. Unfortunately, he is almost forgotten by most Americans. This book attempts to re-introduce the reader to America's most able battlefield commander and hero of two of the most critical battles of the Revolution - Saratoga and the Cowpens. It challenges the notion that Benedict Arnold should hold that title, not counting his treason late in the war as many revisionist historians claim. Does the dashing Arnold really deserve this title? The book lets readers decide for themselves. Morgan was the officer militiamen would stand and fight for; unlike other Generals like Gates and even Washington. He rewrites the way an officer should handle his men and designs the most brilliant victory of the war. Using his usual historical fiction style, R. W. Hamilton brings Morgan's character to life in a way non-history buffs can enjoy while staying close to the facts. Come back to an age where wealth and social position dominated and and see how a poor young boy would grow up on a wild frontier and change not only himself but also a nation. In the final chapter the author makes his case for why Morgan has been forgotten. The next time you are in the Rotunda of our nation's capital and watch the people viewing the huge painting by John Trumbull titled, "Burgoyne's Surrender At Saratoga". Ask them if they know who is the man in the white buckskin outfit prominently portrayed in the picture? If they don't know, tell them with pride that he is Daniel Morgan - hero of our war for independence.

Genres: American Revolutionary War

189 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 29, 2015

Reviews

[John G. Pickard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Easy read

I learned much from this book regarding Daniel Morgan. I knew of the battle of Cowpens from earlier history study. However, the man’s exploits prior to that were truly remarkable. The author writes in a very interesting style with able blending of history and fiction.

[George · Rating 5 out of 5]

Daniel Morgan Forgotten Hero

Daniel Morgan fought in the American revolution and changed the way wars were fought in eighteen century. The book describes a back woods honest man that was well respected by the man who fought with him. He talked to his man and used encouragement in every situation. The European method of war was the officer were well educated, wealth, and used in physical violence to control the troops. The American system of developing soldiers differed from the British. They didn’t work in impressment gangs on the high seas, nor did it work in impressment gangs to fight a war. Daniel Morgan was a true American hero and we should be thankful for what he did for our country and its infancy to give us freedom in a strong constitutional republic.

[Steven Haddock · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent Book

I started this book with only a name of a general who was in the Revolutionary War that I read in another book. I finished this book with genuine respect for a true leader of men. Here was a man who came from lowly beginnings and little education to rise through the ranks as a leader who the soldiers understood and respected. While many generals stayed in the rear and sent orders up to the soldiers fighting, Morgan would be right there with them. I enjoyed this book very much!

[Darryl D Curson]

Daniel Morgan - Revolutionary War Hero

Daniel Morgan - A Revolutionary War hero should be remembered. This book does a very good job of making that happen. It is written in Ann easy to read and enjoyable format. Brings Morgan and his contemporaries to life. Highly recommended for history fans of the American revolution.

[Tre Kay · Rating 4 out of 5]

D. Morgan is, in many ways, truly the forgotten hero. The Battle of Cowpens was a masterpiece in tactics and leadership. D. Morgan was a master in knowing how to lead his men during the war, marshaling them into battle and commanding them during the fighting.

He is one of those legends who own virtues and victories measure up to the hype.

[Anthony Bruno · Rating 5 out of 5]

is this a tale of a great revolutionary patriot? or is this only a tale?

I have concluded that Daniel Morgan was a great American. A great patriot; and a great soldier. My conclusion follows the tradition of the Revolutionary War in the South. Read it to make your own conclusions.

[Phillip Mclaughlin · Rating 5 out of 5]

good basic story of a unappreciated patriot

I enjoyed this simple telling of the Daniel Morgan story.
N.B. Cumberland, Maryland lies north of the north branch of the Potomac River, not the Allegheny.

[Michael Deighton · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting book about a Revolutionary War hero that I had never heard of, and I am a history buff! Well worth the read!!

[Ron Kastner · Rating 4 out of 5]

An easy read about a fascinating and overlooked American hero. Well worth the time to read!

[Dave · Rating 5 out of 5]

very good read for those that want to learn about the forgotten, or little-known patriots in our history.

[Lonnie Anderson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book about a hero mentioned often in reference to Cowpens but sparse in other areas.

I liked every bit of Hamilton's text except, I wish it had been longer with much more detail. It is well written, easy to read and understand, and will lead me to most assuredly look for other works that Ronald Hamilton has written. Thank You sir.

Electricians Mate First Class Lonnie W. Anderson, Retired USNR