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The Military Journals of Two Private Soldiers, 1758-1775

The Military Journals of Two Private Soldiers, 1758-1775

With Numerous Illustrative NotesBy Abraham Tomlinson

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The Military Journals of Two Private Soldiers, 1758-1775

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In "The Military Journals of Two Private Soldiers, 1758-1775," Abraham Tomlinson presents a poignant compilation of first-hand accounts from two anonymous soldiers navigating the complexities of military life during the tumultuous period leading up to the American Revolutionary War. Written in an engaging, accessible style characterized by vivid detail and unfiltered emotion, these journals offer readers a rare glimpse into the personal experiences of common soldiers'Äîcontrasting their mundane routines and exhilarating battles against the backdrop of a changing political landscape. Tomlinson'Äôs meticulous attention to historical context enriches the narrative, illustrating the soldier'Äôs perspective during a critical juncture in American history. Abraham Tomlinson, a noted historian and expert on 18th-century military affairs, draws upon extensive research and primary sources to illuminate the lives of these soldiers. His passion for uncovering the nuanced narratives often overshadowed in broader historical accounts informs this work, as does his deep understanding of the socio-political conditions of the era. Tomlinson's background in military history and personal interest in the human elements of war have given him a unique vantage point from which to tell these soldier's stories. This book is a must-read for history enthusiasts, scholars, and anyone interested in military studies. Tomlinson'Äôs insightful analysis not only makes a significant contribution to the discourse on American military history but also invites readers to empathize with the ordinary individuals who shaped it. The journals serve as a compelling reminder of the sacrifices made by those who served and the personal stories that often lie at the heart of larger historical events.

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GenreHistory

Length3 hrs 35 mins

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FormateBook with Audio

Publish dateDec 2, 2019

LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1with NUMEROUS ILLUSTRATIVE NOTES to which is added, A SUPPLEMENT, containing OFFICIAL PAPERS ON THE SKIRMISHES AT LEXINGTON AND CONCORD.

13November 1775.

2POUGHKEEPSIE: PUBLISHED BY ABRAHAM TOMLINSON, AT THE MUSEUM. 1855.

14December.

3ADVERTISEMENT.

15January.

4INTRODUCTORY REMARKS.: MILITARY JOURNAL FOR 1758.

16February.

5A JOURNAL FOR 1775, A. D.

17SUPPLEMENT, CONTAINING OFFICIAL PAPERS ON THE SKIRMISHES AT LEXINGTON AND CONCORD, AND A LIST OF REVOLUTIONARY ARTICLES IN THE POUGHKEEPSIE MUSEUM.

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6INTRODUCTORY REMARKS.

18SUPPLEMENT.

7A JOURNAL FOR 1775.

19NAMES OF THE KILLED AND WOUNDED AT LEXINGTON AND CONCORD.

8May.

20A CATALOGUE of REVOLUTIONARY ARTICLES in THE POUGHKEEPSIE MUSEUM.

9July.

21original manuscripts.

10August Domina 1775.

22miscellaneous articles.

11Septem.

23THE END.

12October A 1775.

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