Much of the Revolutionary War took was fought along the Hudson River-which for five years was successfully blockaded by American forces by means of a massive chain across the river at West Point. Here is this important story; vividly and dramatically told; from logs; diaries; letters; and with many rare illustrations."In an almost magical sense the reader is drawn back to the time when the country drew its first breath."-The New York Times"Brings to life an extraordinary chapter of the Revolution."-Washington Post"[The] best account to date of the Revolutionary War activity in the Valley."-Hudson Valley Regional Review"Meticulously researched. Reads like good historical fiction."-American History
#3464285 in Books 2007-01-07Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.00 x 1.20 x 6.00l; 1.52 #File Name: 0817315306328 pages
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0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Local historyBy Ivan P. Davis;Jr.This book is written in a way to describe the experiences of a youngman; from Buckingam Virginia. It is interesting to the see the experiences of this up and comming planter as he travels Virginia. Most interesting his his perception of how his way of life is changing.4 of 6 people found the following review helpful. MaryBy Mary G. MartinThis memoir will keep you glued to the book; soto speak. I wore out a library book beforedeciding that I needed my own copy.0 of 2 people found the following review helpful. A grand research documentBy Fielding TylerPurchased it for historic research and found it factual and on target
