"Burgoyne's Invasion of 1777" by Samuel Adams Drake is a historical narrative that explores a crucial chapter of the American Revolutionary War through the experiences of British General John Burgoyne. The book examines Burgoyne's ill-fated military campaign of 1777, showcasing his initial confidence and strategic oversights against the backdrop of the American colonies' fight for independence. Opening with an introduction to Burgoyne's persona, a blend of ambition and misjudgment, the story traces his invasion plan, the capture of vital locations like Ticonderoga, and the initial clashes that foreshadow the trials ahead whilst also briefly outlining the 1775-76 invasion of Canada by the Americans. With a mix of character studies and military analysis, the historical account unpacks the unfolding of Burgoyne's expedition and his ultimate tragic downfall.
Burgoyne's Invasion of 1777 With an outline sketch of the American Invasion of Canada, 1775-76.
By Samuel Adams Drake
Witness the clash of ambition and independence as a British general's audacious Revolutionary War campaign transforms into a fateful struggle, forever changing the course of American history.
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About the AuthorSamuel Adams Drake was an American journalist and writer.
Samuel Adams Drake was an American journalist and writer.
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