Bibliograph

The war before independence, 1775-1776, igniting the American Revolution, Derek W. Beck

Type

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The war before independence, 1775-1776, igniting the American Revolution, Derek W. Beck

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 446-458) and index

Illustrations

illustrationsmaps

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The war before independence, 1775-1776

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

922911967

Responsibility statement

Derek W. Beck

Sub title

igniting the American Revolution

Summary

The War Before Independence transports readers into the violent years of 1775 and 1776, with the infamous Battle of Bunker Hill – a turning point in the Revolution – and the snowy, wind-swept march to the frozen ground at the Battle of Quebec, ending with the exciting conclusion of the Boston Campaign. Meticulous research and new material drawn from letters, diaries, and investigative research throws open the doors not only to familiar figures and faces, but also little-known triumphs and tribulations of America's greatest military leaders, including George Washington

Table Of Contents

Part 1: Commitment to war (mid-May to October 1775) -- Mounting tensions -- Seizing the offensive -- Blows must decide -- Passing of batons -- Part 2: Crucible (October 1775 to Spring 1776) -- Struggles of autumn -- Desperate measures -- Battle amid the blizzard -- A new year begins

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