This work succeeds in consolidating the records of the vast majority of Pennsylvania-Germans who took part in the Revolutionary War and is probably as close as we are likely to get to a definitive history and roster. Quite apart from the invaluable rosters and service records; the book explores the history of the various units; their organization; personnel; and campaigns. Inevitably; the bulk of the work focuses on the Pennsylvania-Germans in the Continental Army; the Pennsylvania Line; the German Regiment; and the Flying Camp; though there is considerable data on the Pennsylvania-Germans in Maryland and Virginia regiments. Of almost equal importance are the chapters on the Emergency Men; patriots and non-combatants; each with biographical sketches of eminent men.
#1524036 in Books 2013-10-07Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.50 x .54 x 5.50l; .70 #File Name: 0806143959254 pages
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Well doneBy KatherineI bought this because I'm researching my family tree; and the Byers are a large part of it. As an author of history books; I am impressed with how things such as maps and genealogical information are included; as well as a description of such things as social standards and political views from Mary Adelia's era.to help give readers a better understanding of the war in an area that little has been written about.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy Leigh SchwartzIt was a big help in doing family research. Thank you!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Gary Wysonginformative read
