John G. Gallagher
The Battle of Brooklyn 1776
- ISBN 13:
- 9781885119698
- author:
- John G. Gallagher
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Da Capo Press Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2002
- Pages:
- 222
- Dimensions:
- 22.86 x 15.24 x 1.3 centimetres
- Genre:
- History, Military History, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Battle of Brooklyn 1776 On 27 August 1776, the fate of the United States hung in the balance. The largest clash of the Revolution, the Battle of Brooklyn was a pivotal moment in American history. The British army, with its finely honed tactics, clashed with the ragtag American forces, leaving thousands dead or wounded. The battle was a turning point, with the British executing a surprise assault that pushed the Americans to the brink of defeat. However, the valiant sacrifice of one regiment, the Marylanders, prevented catastrophe. Despite the outcome, the battle marked a significant moment in the American struggle for independence. John J. Gallagher's detailed account of the battle offers a nuanced understanding of this pivotal moment in American history.
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