The Battle of Groton Heights is a historical account of the events that took place on September 6th, 1781, when the British stormed Fort Griswold and burned down New London. The book is written by H. ...Cały opis
The Battle of Groton Heights is a historical account of the events that took place on September 6th, 1781, when the British stormed Fort Griswold and burned down New London. The book is written by H. E. Burnham and provides a detailed narrative of the battle, including the lead-up to the attack and the aftermath.The author begins by setting the stage for the conflict, describing the strategic importance of Fort Griswold and the surrounding area. He then goes on to detail the British forces' preparations for the attack, including their plans to land troops on the shore and advance towards the fort.The battle itself is described in vivid detail, with Burnham recounting the fierce fighting that took place as the British soldiers attempted to breach the walls of the fort. He provides a blow-by-blow account of the battle, including the heroic actions of the American defenders and the eventual surrender of the fort.The book also covers the aftermath of the battle, including the burning of New London by the British. Burnham provides a detailed account of the destruction that took place, including the loss of homes, businesses, and other buildings.Overall, The Battle of Groton Heights is a fascinating historical account of a pivotal moment in American history. It provides a detailed and engaging narrative of the battle and its aftermath, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the Revolutionary War.Containing Also The Narrative Of Rufus Avery, And Statement Of Avery Downer Together With Biographical Sketches Of Col. William Ledyard, And Mother Bailey, Including A Poem By Leonard Woolsey Bacon.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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