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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22 October: Hessians unsuccessfully attack Fort Mercer. 27 October: Raid on Newark. 10 November: British initiate the attack on Fort Mifflin. 15 November: Articles of Confederation signed.
22 October: Hessians unsuccessfully attack Fort Mercer. 27 October: Raid on Newark. 10 November: British initiate the attack on Fort Mifflin. 15 November: Articles of Confederation signed.
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During the same month, British troops attacked colonists who had entrenched themselves on Breed's Hill across Boston Harbor, resulting in the Battle of Bunker Hill. ... American forces launched a two-pronged attack INTRODUCTION • 3.
During the same month, British troops attacked colonists who had entrenched themselves on Breed's Hill across Boston Harbor, resulting in the Battle of Bunker Hill. ... American forces launched a two-pronged attack INTRODUCTION • 3.
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American forces launched a two-pronged attack on Canada during the fall of 1775. Montreal fell quickly, but Quebec City proved to be more difficult. A desperate American attack failed to capture the city and resulted in the death or ...
American forces launched a two-pronged attack on Canada during the fall of 1775. Montreal fell quickly, but Quebec City proved to be more difficult. A desperate American attack failed to capture the city and resulted in the death or ...
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The Battle of Alligator Creek highlighted the defeat of the attack into East Florida by the Patriots. ... British troops attacked and overran Patriot militia at a farm near a bridge crossing Alloway's Creek in New Jersey on 17 March ...
The Battle of Alligator Creek highlighted the defeat of the attack into East Florida by the Patriots. ... British troops attacked and overran Patriot militia at a farm near a bridge crossing Alloway's Creek in New Jersey on 17 March ...
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Native Americans under Joseph Brant, a Mohawk chief, attacked Andrustown, New York, on 18 July 1778. ... The British force numbered 190 men, and the commander, Lieutenant Colonel Hill, chose not to attack.
Native Americans under Joseph Brant, a Mohawk chief, attacked Andrustown, New York, on 18 July 1778. ... The British force numbered 190 men, and the commander, Lieutenant Colonel Hill, chose not to attack.
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| Title | Historical Dictionary of the American Revolution Historical Dictionaries of War, Revolution, and Civil Unrest |
| Author | Terry M. Mays |
| Edition | 3, illustrated |
| Publisher | Rowman & Littlefield, 2019 |
| ISBN | 1538119722, 9781538119723 |
| Length | 674 pages |
| Subjects | › History / Revolutionary Reference / Dictionaries |
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