Leonard Wood, Conservator of Americanism : Kessinger Publishing : 9781163983331 : 1163983330 : 10 Sep 2010 : ""Leonard Wood, Conservator of Americanism: A Biography"" is a book written by Eric Fisher Wood and published in 1920. The book is a comprehensive biography of Leonard Wood, a prominent American military figure who served as the Chief of Staff of the United States Army and Governor-General of the Philippines. The book covers Wood's early life, his education at Harvard Medical School, and his military career, which saw him rise through the ranks to become a major general. It also explores Wood's role in a number of significant events in American history, including the Spanish-American War and the occupation of Cuba, as well as his efforts to modernize the U.S. Army during his tenure as Chief of Staff. Throughout the book, Wood is portrayed as a staunch defender of American values and ideals, and a tireless advocate for the country's interests both at home and abroad. The author a