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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... George Washington delivers his Farewell Address. 3 November: Continental Army disbands. 25 November: British evacuate New York City. 4 December: George Washington bids farewell to his officers at Fraunces Tavern in New York City. 23 ...
... George Washington delivers his Farewell Address. 3 November: Continental Army disbands. 25 November: British evacuate New York City. 4 December: George Washington bids farewell to his officers at Fraunces Tavern in New York City. 23 ...
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... George Washington. He sat as presiding officer during the court-martial of General Charles Lee following the Battle of Monmouth Courthouse. General Alexander commanded the Northern Department after October 1781. ALEXANDRIA, RAID ON ...
... George Washington. He sat as presiding officer during the court-martial of General Charles Lee following the Battle of Monmouth Courthouse. General Alexander commanded the Northern Department after October 1781. ALEXANDRIA, RAID ON ...
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... George Washington with the time required to withdraw his army to Watchung Mountain ahead of the superior British force. Before returning to Perth Amboy the next day, the British suffered over 70 casualties from American snipers and the ...
... George Washington with the time required to withdraw his army to Watchung Mountain ahead of the superior British force. Before returning to Perth Amboy the next day, the British suffered over 70 casualties from American snipers and the ...
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... George Washington on 7 August 1782 and presented for individual military valor. Only three soldiers are known to ... Washington's head in the center, and is awarded for combat wounds. BAHAMAS AND THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION. The Bahamas, an ...
... George Washington on 7 August 1782 and presented for individual military valor. Only three soldiers are known to ... Washington's head in the center, and is awarded for combat wounds. BAHAMAS AND THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION. The Bahamas, an ...
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... George Washington and Comte de Rochambeau during the Battle of Yorktown. After the Naval Battle of the Capes, Barras finally arrived off Yorktown to seal the British from the sea. BARREN HILL, BATTLE OF. In May 1778, General George ...
... George Washington and Comte de Rochambeau during the Battle of Yorktown. After the Naval Battle of the Capes, Barras finally arrived off Yorktown to seal the British from the sea. BARREN HILL, BATTLE OF. In May 1778, General George ...
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