Record #:

19962

Author(s):

Alexander, C.B.

Abstract:

Caswell served the state as a military leader during the Revolution and his record has received criticism because of his defeat at the Battle of Camden. Caswell's more impressive feats occurred in the political realm following the war. The author splits this period into two three year time frames, 1782-1785 and 1785-1788, because of Caswell's differing roles in state government. From 1782-1785 he was the controller general before becoming and serving as governor from 1785-1788. The author details the responsibilities of each office and Caswell's performance as both.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 23 Issue 3, July 1946, p287-312, f

Subject(s):

Governors