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Philadelphia 1777 Taking the capital

Clement Justin
Heftet / 2007 / Engelsk

Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781846030338
Publisert
2007-08-01
Utgiver
Vendor
Osprey Publishing
Vekt
346 gr
Høyde
248 mm
Bredde
184 mm
Dybde
8 mm
Aldersnivå
G, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
96

Forfatter
Clement Justin
Illustratør
Walsh Stephen

Om bidragsyterne

Justin Clement has been a living history re-enactor of the American Revolution for as long as he can remember. He's transcribed several manuscript journals and orderly books and writes research articles for various living history organizations. Recently, he joined the Company of Military Historians. He graduated from the New York State University of Buffalo with a degree in Physics, but history will always remain his passion. He currently lives in Western Pennsylvania.

Stephen Walsh studied art at the North East Wales Institute. Since then he has worked mainly for the American historical board-game market, fulfilling a lifelong interest in historical subjects. His American works include the best-selling Settlers of Catan. He has also produced many pieces of artwork inspired by J R R Tolkien. He is married with two children and lives in Macclesfield.

Philadelphia 1777 Taking the capital

Clement Justin
Heftet / 2007 / Engelsk
Clement Justin
Heftet / 2007 / Engelsk
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A turning point in the War of Independence, the campaign for Philadelphia, set in motion a series of events leading to the defeat of the British and eventual independence for the emerging American nation. From the landing of General William Howe's army at the head of the Elk River, to his eventual capture of Philadelphia, the campaign included some fascinating battles. The initial engagement at Brandywine, the Paoli Massacre and the missed opportunity at Germantown are all examined in detail by Justin Clement, with supporting maps, original artwork and photographs. Recently discovered information about the battle of Brandywine and analysis of the major personalities involved completes this comprehensive account of an important episode in the American War of Independence.
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Examines the initial engagement at Brandywine, the Paoli Massacre and the missed opportunity at Germantown. This title is supported with maps, original artwork and photographs.

The Road to Philadelphia

Chronology
The Staging Ground - The Opposing Commanders
The Opposing Forces
Head of Elk - Brandywine
Paoli - Germantown
The Delaware Forts
Aftermath
The Battle Sites Today

Bibliography
Index

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An illustrated account of the fall of the American capital to the British army, which also proved a landmark in the ultimate victory of the American patriots led by George Washington.

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A turning point in the War of Independence, the campaign for Philadelphia, set in motion a series of events leading to the defeat of the British and eventual independence for the emerging American nation. From the landing of General William Howe's army at the head of the Elk River, to his eventual capture of Philadelphia, the campaign included some fascinating battles. The initial engagement at Brandywine, the Paoli Massacre and the missed opportunity at Germantown are all examined in detail by Justin Clement, with supporting maps, original artwork and photographs. Recently discovered information about the battle of Brandywine and analysis of the major personalities involved completes this comprehensive account of an important episode in the American War of Independence.
Les mer
Examines the initial engagement at Brandywine, the Paoli Massacre and the missed opportunity at Germantown. This title is supported with maps, original artwork and photographs.

The Road to Philadelphia

Chronology
The Staging Ground - The Opposing Commanders
The Opposing Forces
Head of Elk - Brandywine
Paoli - Germantown
The Delaware Forts
Aftermath
The Battle Sites Today

Bibliography
Index

Les mer
An illustrated account of the fall of the American capital to the British army, which also proved a landmark in the ultimate victory of the American patriots led by George Washington.

Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781846030338
Publisert
2007-08-01
Utgiver
Vendor
Osprey Publishing
Vekt
346 gr
Høyde
248 mm
Bredde
184 mm
Dybde
8 mm
Aldersnivå
G, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
96

Forfatter
Clement Justin
Illustratør
Walsh Stephen

Om bidragsyterne

Justin Clement has been a living history re-enactor of the American Revolution for as long as he can remember. He's transcribed several manuscript journals and orderly books and writes research articles for various living history organizations. Recently, he joined the Company of Military Historians. He graduated from the New York State University of Buffalo with a degree in Physics, but history will always remain his passion. He currently lives in Western Pennsylvania.

Stephen Walsh studied art at the North East Wales Institute. Since then he has worked mainly for the American historical board-game market, fulfilling a lifelong interest in historical subjects. His American works include the best-selling Settlers of Catan. He has also produced many pieces of artwork inspired by J R R Tolkien. He is married with two children and lives in Macclesfield.

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