American Pioneers and Patriots A historical biography that chronicles the life of Miles Standish, a military leader of the Plymouth Colony. The book highlights Standish’s role in protecting the Pilgrims from both external threats and internal conflicts, portraying him as a courageous and practical soldier who played a crucial part in the survival of the early colony. Abbott weaves Standish’s personal story into the larger narrative of the Pilgrims' struggles. First published in 1872, this edition is derived from the original book with 6 black & white illustrations. As always, this edition is complete and unabridged.