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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... command eluded the Americans in the dark. American casualty figures, as reported by historical sources, differ greatly. It can be estimated that the American forces lost approximately 60 total casualties; some reports place this number ...
... command eluded the Americans in the dark. American casualty figures, as reported by historical sources, differ greatly. It can be estimated that the American forces lost approximately 60 total casualties; some reports place this number ...
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... command by ordering a frontal assault against his attackers. Cherokee casualties are not recorded. BLACK MINGO, BATTLE OF. The engagement at Black Mingo Creek, South Carolina, occurred on 28 September 1780, following Francis Marion's ...
... command by ordering a frontal assault against his attackers. Cherokee casualties are not recorded. BLACK MINGO, BATTLE OF. The engagement at Black Mingo Creek, South Carolina, occurred on 28 September 1780, following Francis Marion's ...
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... command of approximately 50 men suffered two deaths and eight wounded in the action. Marion's forces also captured the weapons, ammunition, horses, and baggage of the Loyalist militia. Following the victory, Marion's first action since ...
... command of approximately 50 men suffered two deaths and eight wounded in the action. Marion's forces also captured the weapons, ammunition, horses, and baggage of the Loyalist militia. Following the victory, Marion's first action since ...
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... command would lose their morale. After surgery in the field, Sumter was removed that night to a house at Grindal Shoals and later to his old camp in what was known as the New Acquisition. Colonel John Twiggs assumed command of Sumter's ...
... command would lose their morale. After surgery in the field, Sumter was removed that night to a house at Grindal Shoals and later to his old camp in what was known as the New Acquisition. Colonel John Twiggs assumed command of Sumter's ...
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... command of General George Washington. The Americans established fortifications around the city and waited for the ... command into two columns to trap the American force in the town. Lincoln managed to remove most of his command from ...
... command of General George Washington. The Americans established fortifications around the city and waited for the ... command into two columns to trap the American force in the town. Lincoln managed to remove most of his command from ...
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