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Philadelphia 1777: Taking the capital
Justin Clement
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Description for Philadelphia 1777: Taking the capital
Paperback. 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. Illustrator(s): Walsh, Stephen. Series: Campaign. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1KBBEP; 3JF; HBJK; HBLL; HBW; JWL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 185 x 9. Weight in Grams: 320.
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.
Product Details
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Series
Campaign
Condition
New
Weight
320g
Number of Pages
96
Place of Publication
, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781846030338
SKU
V9781846030338
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Ref
99-15
About Justin Clement
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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