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Battles of the Revolutionary War, 1775-1781 - (Major Battles and Campaigns) 2nd Edition by  W J Wood (Paperback) - 1 of 1

Battles of the Revolutionary War, 1775-1781 - (Major Battles and Campaigns) 2nd Edition by W J Wood (Paperback)

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  • The Americans did not simply outlast the British in the Revolutionary War, contends this author in a groundbreaking study, but won their independence by employing superior strategies, tactics, and leadership.
  • About the Author: W. J. Wood (1917-1997), was a retired Army lieutenant colonel whose background included not only professional authorship but also combat experience in World War II and the Korean war, a decade spent in professional war gaming for weapons systems analysis at the Army Material Command, and a lifetime studying military history.
  • 356 Pages
  • History, Military
  • Series Name: Major Battles and Campaigns

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Originally published: Chapel Hill, N.C.: Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill, 1990. (Major battles and campaigns)



Book Synopsis



The Americans did not simply outlast the British in the Revolutionary War, contends this author in a groundbreaking study, but won their independence by employing superior strategies, tactics, and leadership. Designed for the "armchair strategist" with dozens of detailed maps and illustrations, 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, and Cowpens.



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"A fresh and eminently readable interpretation."



About the Author



W. J. Wood (1917-1997), was a retired Army lieutenant colonel whose background included not only professional authorship but also combat experience in World War II and the Korean war, a decade spent in professional war gaming for weapons systems analysis at the Army Material Command, and a lifetime studying military history. His books include Battles of the Revolutionary War and Leaders and Battles.
Dimensions (Overall): 8.56 Inches (H) x 5.4 Inches (W) x .78 Inches (D)
Weight: .92 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 356
Genre: History
Sub-Genre: Military
Series Title: Major Battles and Campaigns
Publisher: Da Capo Press
Theme: Wars & Conflicts (Other)
Format: Paperback
Author: W J Wood
Language: English
Street Date: December 25, 2003
TCIN: 85896093
UPC: 9780306813290
Item Number (DPCI): 247-17-7694
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.78 inches length x 5.4 inches width x 8.56 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.92 pounds
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Q: What type of illustrations are included in the book?

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  • A: The book includes detailed maps and illustrations to enhance the reader's understanding of the battles.

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Q: What is the central argument of this book?

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  • A: The book argues that the Americans won their independence through superior strategies and leadership, not just by outlasting the British.

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Q: Who is the author of this book?

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  • A: The author is W. J. Wood, a retired Army lieutenant colonel with extensive military history knowledge.

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Q: What historical period does this book cover?

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  • A: The book focuses on the Battles of the Revolutionary War from 1775 to 1781.

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Q: Is this book suitable for casual readers?

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  • A: Yes, the book is designed for the 'armchair strategist' and offers a readable interpretation of military history.

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