A Soldier of Virginia: A Tale of Colonel Washington and Braddock's Defeat

A Soldier of Virginia: A Tale of Colonel Washington and Braddock's Defeat is a historical novel by Burton Egbert Stevenson, first published in 1901. The story follows Tom Stewart, a young officer in the Virginia troops, as he navigates the complexities of military life and his relationship with Colonel George Washington during the lead-up to Braddock's defeat in the French and Indian War. The novel explores themes of courage, loyalty, and the dynamics between provincial and regular soldiers in colonial America, providing insight into a pivotal moment in Virginia's history.