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The British Are Coming

The British Are Coming

The War for America, Lexington to Princeton, 1775-1777
Ancient HistoryHistory
Pages
800
Published
2019
Language
English

Synopsis

This book chronicles the initial phase of the American Revolution, from April 1775 to July 1776. It details the military campaigns, political maneuvering, and personal stories of those involved in the conflict. The narrative brings to life the pivotal events and figures that shaped the birth of the United States.

Prose complexity
7/10

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Genres

Ancient History History Military History

About the author

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Rick Atkinson

Lawrence Rush "Rick" Atkinson IV is an American author who has won Pulitzer Prizes in history and journalism. After working as a newspaper reporter, editor, and foreign correspondent for The Washington Post, Atkinson turned to writing military history. His six books include narrative accounts of four different American wars. His Liberation Trilogy, a history of the American role in the liberation of Europe in World War II, concluded with the publication of The Guns at Last Light in May 2013....