Colonel Edward Buncombe, Fifth North Carolina Continental Regiment His Life, Military Careeer, and Death While a Wounded Prisoner in Philadelphia During the War of the Revolution

"Colonel Edward Buncombe, Fifth North Carolina Continental Regiment" by Marshall De Lancey Haywood is a chronicle of a brave leader during the American Revolution. The book recounts the story of Colonel Edward Buncombe and starts with his roots in the West Indies before he made his mark in North Carolina's military and society. As a leader in the Fifth North Carolina Continental Regiment, Buncombe demonstrated unwavering dedication and valor while his regiment fought fiercely in pivotal battles like Brandywine and Germantown. Even after being severely wounded, his persistence to serve his fellow soldiers never faded. The story concludes with his legacy and the recognition of his memory through naming places after him, acknowledging his lasting impact. Ultimately, the book paints a vivid picture of a man devoted to the cause of independence, whose commitment to his principles remained unbroken even in captivity until his untimely death.