The Military and Political Career of Jose Joaquin De Herrera 1792-1854 by Thomas Ewing Cotner is a comprehensive biography of one of Mexico's most prominent figures in the 19th century. The book delves deep into the life of Jose Joaquin De Herrera, who was a military leader and politician during the Mexican War of Independence, the Mexican-American War, and the Mexican Civil War. Cotner provides a detailed account of Herrera's early life, his military campaigns, and his political career. The book also explores Herrera's role in the establishment of the Mexican Constitution of 1824, his presidency from 1844 to 1845, and his involvement in the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, which ended the Mexican-American War. The author uses primary sources such as letters, government documents, and newspaper articles to paint a vivid picture of Herrera's life and times. Cotner also provides a critical analysis of Herrera's political ideology, his relationship with other Mexican leaders, and his legacy in Mexican history. Overall, The Military and Political Career of Jose Joaquin De Herrera 1792-1854 is an insightful and informative biography of a key figure in Mexican history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Mexican politics, military history, and the Mexican-American War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.