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The book ""Lives of Roger Williams, Timothy Dwight, and Count Pulaski"" by William Gammell was published in 1845. It is a biographical work that provides a detailed account of the lives of three important historical figures.The first subject of the book is Roger Williams, a 17th-century English theologian and founder of the colony of Rhode Island. Williams was a controversial figure who advocated for religious freedom and separation of church and state. He was banished from the Massachusetts Bay Colony for his beliefs and went on to establish a new colony based on his principles.The second subject is Timothy Dwight, an American educator and theologian who lived in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Dwight was the president of Yale University and played a significant role in the development of the American education system. He was also a prominent religious figure and wrote several influential works on theology.The third subject is Count Pulaski, a Polish military leader who fought in the American Revolutionary War. Pulaski was a skilled cavalry commander who played a key role in several battles, including the Battle of Savannah. He was killed in action during the war and is remembered as a hero in both Poland and the United States.The book provides a comprehensive look at the lives of these three important historical figures and their contributions to American history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion, education, or the American Revolution.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.