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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... cannon from Fort Ticonderoga. 27 January: Raid on Fort Johnston. 27 February: Battle of Moore's Creek Bridge. 2 March: Battle of Yamacraw Bluff. 3–4 March: First American raid on Nassau. 5 March: Americans place artillery on Dorchester ...
... cannon from Fort Ticonderoga. 27 January: Raid on Fort Johnston. 27 February: Battle of Moore's Creek Bridge. 2 March: Battle of Yamacraw Bluff. 3–4 March: First American raid on Nassau. 5 March: Americans place artillery on Dorchester ...
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... cannon and other items of military value, sparking the Battle of Lexington–Concord and igniting the Revolutionary War. The British retreat from the Battle of Lexington–Concord prompted the arrival of thousands of colonial militia, who ...
... cannon and other items of military value, sparking the Battle of Lexington–Concord and igniting the Revolutionary War. The British retreat from the Battle of Lexington–Concord prompted the arrival of thousands of colonial militia, who ...
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... Cannon from Fort Ticonderoga were emplaced on Dorchester Heights above Boston, forcing the British to withdraw from the city. The British sailed to Canada, and the Americans reveled in their victory. The main body of the American army ...
... Cannon from Fort Ticonderoga were emplaced on Dorchester Heights above Boston, forcing the British to withdraw from the city. The British sailed to Canada, and the Americans reveled in their victory. The main body of the American army ...
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... cannon and materiel utilized to complete America came from the French ship of the line Le Magnifique, which had been grounded and later sunk near Boston. The Continental Navy had little use for a single ship of the line and lacked the ...
... cannon and materiel utilized to complete America came from the French ship of the line Le Magnifique, which had been grounded and later sunk near Boston. The Continental Navy had little use for a single ship of the line and lacked the ...
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... cannon. The remaining members of the American force withdrew from the area. Some sources refer to this clash as the Battle of Short Hills. The engagement provided General George Washington with the time required to withdraw his army to ...
... cannon. The remaining members of the American force withdrew from the area. Some sources refer to this clash as the Battle of Short Hills. The engagement provided General George Washington with the time required to withdraw his army to ...
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