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. |
From inside the book
Results 1-5 of 88
Page xxix
... John. 9 July: Americans fire upon the Saint John. 1765 22 March: Stamp Act passed. 29 May: Stamp Act Resolves passed in Virginia. 14 August: First use of a “Liberty Tree” to hang British officials in effigy. 7–24 October: Stamp Act ...
... John. 9 July: Americans fire upon the Saint John. 1765 22 March: Stamp Act passed. 29 May: Stamp Act Resolves passed in Virginia. 14 August: First use of a “Liberty Tree” to hang British officials in effigy. 7–24 October: Stamp Act ...
Page 20
... John Paul Jones after considerable delay. Many of the cannon and materiel utilized to complete America came from the ... JOHN. An alias of John André. ANDRÉ, JOHN (1751–1780). André, a British major, worked for General Henry Clinton when ...
... John Paul Jones after considerable delay. Many of the cannon and materiel utilized to complete America came from the ... JOHN. An alias of John André. ANDRÉ, JOHN (1751–1780). André, a British major, worked for General Henry Clinton when ...
Page 29
... JOHN (1745–1803). On 17 April 1776, Captain John Barry was the first American sailing in a commissioned vessel to battle and capture a British ship. During his naval service with the United States, Barry commanded the Lexington ...
... JOHN (1745–1803). On 17 April 1776, Captain John Barry was the first American sailing in a commissioned vessel to battle and capture a British ship. During his naval service with the United States, Barry commanded the Lexington ...
Page 55
... JOHN (1722–1792). British General Burgoyne endured the Siege of Boston as the Revolution opened. In 1776, Burgoyne, known to his men as Gentleman Johnny, arrived in Quebec at the head of reinforcements to help stymie the American ...
... JOHN (1722–1792). British General Burgoyne endured the Siege of Boston as the Revolution opened. In 1776, Burgoyne, known to his men as Gentleman Johnny, arrived in Quebec at the head of reinforcements to help stymie the American ...
Page 57
... JOHN (1725–1796). Loyalist John Butler recruited and led a regiment of soldiers, known as Butler's Rangers, during the Revolution. Patriot forces defeated him during his largest engagement at the Battle of Newtown in 1770. BUTLER ...
... JOHN (1725–1796). Loyalist John Butler recruited and led a regiment of soldiers, known as Butler's Rangers, during the Revolution. Patriot forces defeated him during his largest engagement at the Battle of Newtown in 1770. BUTLER ...
Other editions - View all
Common terms and phrases
1781 BRITISH CAMPAIGN ambush American army American forces American Revolution approximately April assault attack August Battle of Guilford Battle of Saratoga Battle of Trenton Benedict Arnold Bridge brigadier Britain British army British forces British raid British soldiers Burgoyne Camden cannon captured casualties Charles Cornwallis Charleston Cherokee colonies command Continental Army Continental Navy Creek December defeat engagement Expedition fire Florida fought France French garrison George Washington Georgia Guilford Courthouse Henry Hessian Historical Society History Jersey John July June killed Lieutenant Colonel located Loyalist Loyalist militia Magazine March Marion military militia units Nathanael Greene NATIVE AMERICAN CAMPAIGNS Native Americans NAVAL BATTLE North October Patriot forces Patriot militia Pennsylvania Philadelphia Princeton Quarterly Regiment retreat Revolutionary Saratoga Savannah SECOND BATTLE Second Continental Congress September Siege of Boston skirmish South Carolina Sullivan’s Sumter surrender Tarleton Thomas Thomas Sumter town Trenton University Press vessels victory Virginia William withdrew wounded York City Yorktown