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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... garrison at Fort Ticonderoga. 19 September: Battle of Freeman's Farm (Saratoga). 21 September: Battle of Paoli Tavern. 24 September: Americans abort raid on Diamond Island. 26 September: British occupy Philadelphia. 27 September ...
... garrison at Fort Ticonderoga. 19 September: Battle of Freeman's Farm (Saratoga). 21 September: Battle of Paoli Tavern. 24 September: Americans abort raid on Diamond Island. 26 September: British occupy Philadelphia. 27 September ...
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... garrison at New York City and directed the construction of Forts Washington and Lee. Alexander fought at the Battles of Long Island, Trenton, Brandywine, Germantown, and Monmouth Courthouse. At Long Island, Alexander fell into the hands ...
... garrison at New York City and directed the construction of Forts Washington and Lee. Alexander fought at the Battles of Long Island, Trenton, Brandywine, Germantown, and Monmouth Courthouse. At Long Island, Alexander fell into the hands ...
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... garrison of Fort Grierson attempted to withdraw to the larger Fort Cornwallis during the attack but met stiff resistance offered by Clarke's men, who killed 30 of their opponents and captured the rest. The Americans initiated the siege ...
... garrison of Fort Grierson attempted to withdraw to the larger Fort Cornwallis during the attack but met stiff resistance offered by Clarke's men, who killed 30 of their opponents and captured the rest. The Americans initiated the siege ...
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... garrison and captured the fort with the loss of only one man. Colonel Thomas Brown, the commander of the Rangers, burned the fort and retired with 23 prisoners after hearing that British General Augustine Prevost would not commit his ...
... garrison and captured the fort with the loss of only one man. Colonel Thomas Brown, the commander of the Rangers, burned the fort and retired with 23 prisoners after hearing that British General Augustine Prevost would not commit his ...
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... garrison, commanded by Colonel Alexander Dickson, constructed a redoubt with 13 cannon, a moat, and chevaux-de-frise. Gálvez, with 1,000 men, arrived at Baton Rouge on 12 September 1779. Gálvez initiated his attack with heavy cannon and ...
... garrison, commanded by Colonel Alexander Dickson, constructed a redoubt with 13 cannon, a moat, and chevaux-de-frise. Gálvez, with 1,000 men, arrived at Baton Rouge on 12 September 1779. Gálvez initiated his attack with heavy cannon and ...
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