A military historian's “eminently readable” look at the strategy and tactics at Bunker Hill, Trenton, and other battles of the American Revolution (George F. Scheer, author of Rebels and Redcoats). This groundbreaking study argues that the Americans did not simply outlast the British in the Revolutionary War—but won their independence by employing superior strategies, tactics, and leadership. For history buffs and armchair strategists, here is a blow-by-blow analysis of the men, commanders, and weaponry used in the famous battles of Bunker Hill, Quebec, Trenton, Princeton, Saratoga, Cowpens, and more—with dozens of detailed maps and illustrations.

Bunker Hill -- Quebec -- Trenton and Princeton -- Brandywine -- Oriskany -- Saratoga, Freeman's Farm and Bemis Heights -- Kings Mountain -- Cowpens -- Guilford Courthouse -- The Chesapeake Capes.

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