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By far the most important figure in the history of the United States, George Washington liberated the thirteen colonies from the superior forces of the British Empire against all military odds, and presided over the production and ratification of a constitution that (suitably amended) has lasted for more than two hundred years. Yet today Washington remains a distant figure to many Americans—a failing that acclaimed author Paul Johnson sets
...He was a dashing military hero who led the fight for America's independence. His son would later become the general who almost tore America apart.
Henry Lee III—whose nickname, "Light-Horse," came from his legendary exploits with mounted troops and skill in the saddle—was a dashing cavalry commander and hero of America's War for Independence. By now most Americans have forgotten about Light-Horse Harry Lee, the father
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