Enoch H. Crowder : Literary Licensing, LLC : 9781258343941 : 1258343940 : 19 May 2012 : Enoch H. Crowder: Soldier, Lawyer, And Statesman is a biography written by David Alexander Lockmiller. The book chronicles the life of Enoch H. Crowder, a prominent figure in American military and legal history. Crowder served as a soldier in the Civil War, rising to the rank of brigadier general. After the war, he became a lawyer and went on to serve as the Judge Advocate General of the Army.Crowder is perhaps best known for his role in the creation of the Selective Service Act of 1917, which allowed the United States to draft soldiers for World War I. The book delves into Crowder's involvement in drafting the legislation and his efforts to ensure its successful implementation.In addition to his military and legal career, the book also explores Crowder's political aspirations. He was a candidate for the Democratic nomination for president in 1920, but ultimately lost to James M. Cox.Overall, Enoch