Historical Dictionary of the American RevolutionThe American Revolution pitted 13 loosely united colonies in a military, political, and economic struggle against Great Britain: the "mother country" and arguably the most powerful state in the world during the late 18th century. The independent spirit that led many individuals to leave homes in Europe and settle in the New World during the 17th and 18th centuries evolved into the drive that persuaded these same settlers and their descendants to challenge the colonial economic and taxation policies of Great Britain, which lead to the armed conflict that resulted in a declaration of independence. This third edition of Historical Dictionary of the American Revolution contains a chronology, an introduction, appendixes, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 1,000 cross-referenced entries on the politics, battles, weaponry, and major personalities of the war. This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about the American Revolution. |
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... , 11th Regiment, Virginia Line 1777–1778 Veteran of the Philadelphia Campaign and the Battles of Brandywine Creek, Germantown, and Monmouth Courthouse Contents Editor's Foreword xi Preface xiii Acknowledgments xv Maps xvii.
... , 11th Regiment, Virginia Line 1777–1778 Veteran of the Philadelphia Campaign and the Battles of Brandywine Creek, Germantown, and Monmouth Courthouse Contents Editor's Foreword xi Preface xiii Acknowledgments xv Maps xvii.
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... regiment commanded by Benedict Arnold. AMERICAN RIFLE. The American rifle—also known as a Pennsylvania, Kentucky, or long rifle—was originally designed for hunting on the frontier. Unlike a musket, the barrel contained grooves known as ...
... regiment commanded by Benedict Arnold. AMERICAN RIFLE. The American rifle—also known as a Pennsylvania, Kentucky, or long rifle—was originally designed for hunting on the frontier. Unlike a musket, the barrel contained grooves known as ...
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... regiments in the British and Continental armies consisted of a single battalion. BAYLOR, GEORGE (1752–1784). General ... Regiment. The unit was also known as Lady Washington's Horse and Mrs. Washington's Guard. See also BAYLOR, GEORGE ...
... regiments in the British and Continental armies consisted of a single battalion. BAYLOR, GEORGE (1752–1784). General ... Regiment. The unit was also known as Lady Washington's Horse and Mrs. Washington's Guard. See also BAYLOR, GEORGE ...
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... the battlefield collecting prisoners and looting the British positions. Fortunately for Stark, Colonel Seth Warner arrived on the scene at this time with his BERGEN POINT AREA, BATTLES AND RAIDS OF • 35 regiment 34 • BEMIS HEIGHTS.
... the battlefield collecting prisoners and looting the British positions. Fortunately for Stark, Colonel Seth Warner arrived on the scene at this time with his BERGEN POINT AREA, BATTLES AND RAIDS OF • 35 regiment 34 • BEMIS HEIGHTS.
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Terry M. Mays. BERGEN POINT AREA, BATTLES AND RAIDS OF • 35 regiment and engaged Breyman. Warner and Breyman were locked in a hotly contested duel until the British depleted their ammunition supply, precipitating a withdrawal. However ...
Terry M. Mays. BERGEN POINT AREA, BATTLES AND RAIDS OF • 35 regiment and engaged Breyman. Warner and Breyman were locked in a hotly contested duel until the British depleted their ammunition supply, precipitating a withdrawal. However ...
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