WINNING THE TEN CRUCIAL DAYS: The Keys to Victory in George Washington's Legendary Winter Campaign

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A new narrative of the Ten Crucial Days winter campaign of 1776-1777. Examines this pivotal moment in the American War of Independence through an interpretive framework that focuses on five key factors: leadership, geography, weather, artillery, and contingency. His narrative differs from earlier works on the subject that are largely a chronological account of this period. Looks at Washington, as well as the soldiers and officers he commanded, as well as the British they opposed. Contains 12 illustrations.