Author: Frank H. StewartPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Gloucester County (N.J.)
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
History of the Battle of Red Bank
Author: Frank H. StewartPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Gloucester County (N.J.)
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
The Battle of Red Bank, Resulting in the Defeat of the Hessians and the Destruction of the British Frigate Augusta, Oct. 22 and 23, 1777
Author: Wallace McGeorgePublisher: Sagwan Press
ISBN: 9781376636536
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
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Forty Minutes by the Delaware
Author: Lee P. AndersonPublisher: Universal-Publishers
ISBN: 9781581128031
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
In the fall of 1777, things looked dark for the fledgling country known as the United States of America fighting for Independence. The young and inexperienced Continental soldiers had fought bravely, but ineffectively against the British and their allies the Hessians. The enemy had captured Philadelphia and the powerful British navy flotilla, loaded with troops and supplies was making it's way up the Delaware to bring much needed relief to the beleaguered population of the capital city. But General Washington had vowed, "The enemy may have taken Philadelphia. But now let them hold it. It may in fact become their downfall." The plans were to erect a series of three river fortifications to defend against the British navy from proceeding to Philadelphia. One of those forts, manned by only 575 men would have to face the onslaught of overwhelming odds. The fort, no more than earth and wood would see some of the most vicious fighting yet seen in the Revolutionary War. The battle would take a mere 40 minutes at a fort on the Delaware River on a Quaker farmers plantation called Red Bank. A fort called Mercer.
The Battle of Red Bank, Resulting in the Defeat of the Hessians and the Destruction of the British Frigate Augusta, Oct
Author: Wallace McGeorgePublisher: Forgotten Books
ISBN: 9780331134124
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
Excerpt from The Battle of Red Bank, Resulting in the Defeat of the Hessians and the Destruction of the British Frigate Augusta, Oct: 22 and 23, 1777 The total weight of a broadside from all her guns was pounds. She was one of the finest vessels in the English Navy and was commanded by Captain Francis Reynolds, who afterwards became the Earl of Ducie. She was one of the fleet under Admiral Richard Howe, who was a brother of Sir William Howe, who commanded the British soldiers then fighting the Continental Army. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
The Battle of Red Bank, Resulting in the Defeat of the Hessians and the Destruction of the British Frigate Augusta, Oct. 22 and 23, 1777 - Primary So
Author: Wallace McGeorgePublisher: Nabu Press
ISBN: 9781295340224
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
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Fight for the Delaware, 1777
Author: Samuel Stelle SmithPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 60
Book Description
Fatal Sunday
Author: Mark Edward LenderPublisher: University of Oklahoma Press
ISBN: 0806155132
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 625
Book Description
Historians have long considered the Battle of Monmouth one of the most complicated engagements of the American Revolution. Fought on Sunday, June 28, 1778, Monmouth was critical to the success of the Revolution. It also marked a decisive turning point in the military career of George Washington. Without the victory at Monmouth Courthouse, Washington's critics might well have marshaled the political strength to replace him as the American commander-in-chief. Authors Mark Edward Lender and Garry Wheeler Stone argue that in political terms, the Battle of Monmouth constituted a pivotal moment in the War for Independence. Viewing the political and military aspects of the campaign as inextricably entwined, this book offers a fresh perspective on Washington’s role in it. Drawing on a wide range of historical sources—many never before used, including archaeological evidence—Lender and Stone disentangle the true story of Monmouth and provide the most complete and accurate account of the battle, including both American and British perspectives. In the course of their account it becomes evident that criticism of Washington’s performance in command was considerably broader and deeper than previously acknowledged. In light of long-standing practical and ideological questions about his vision for the Continental Army and his ability to win the war, the outcome at Monmouth—a hard-fought tactical draw—was politically insufficient for Washington. Lender and Stone show how the general’s partisans, determined that the battle for public opinion would be won in his favor, engineered a propaganda victory for their chief that involved the spectacular court-martial of Major General Charles Lee, the second-ranking officer of the Continental Army. Replete with poignant anecdotes, folkloric incidents, and stories of heroism and combat brutality; filled with behind-the-scenes action and intrigue; and teeming with characters from all walks of life, Fatal Sunday gives us the definitive view of the fateful Battle of Monmouth.
The Army Medical Department, 1775-1818
Author: Mary C. GillettPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Government publications
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Appendices include laws and legislation concerning the Army Medical Department. Maps include those of territories and frontiers and Continental Army hospital locations. Illustrations are chiefly portraits.
Forts of the American Revolution 1775-83
Author: René ChartrandPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1472814479
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
Though primarily fought in the field, the American Revolution saw fortifications play an important part in some of the key campaigns of the war. Field fortifications were developed around major towns including Boston, New York and Savannah, while the frontier forts at Stanwix, Niagara and Cumberland were to all be touched by the war. This book details all the types of fortification used throughout the conflict, the engineers on all sides who constructed and maintained them, and the actions fought around and over them.
Black Patriots and Loyalists
Author: Alan GilbertPublisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 0226293076
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 386
Book Description
In this thought-provoking history, Gilbert illuminates how the fight for abolition and equality - not just for the independence of the few but for the freedom and self-government of the many - has been central to the American story from its inception."--Pub. desc.