The Marquis de Lafayette was one of the most important figures of the American Revolution, and his contributions to the cause of liberty are still celebrated today. In this comprehensive history, Lowry provides a detailed account of Lafayette's life, from his early years in France to his military service in America and his later political career. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of the period, as well as a compelling portrait of one of its most influential figures. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.