Washington the Soldier
A Strategic Portrait of America's First Commander-in-ChiefBy Henry B. Carrington
Length15h 55m
About this audiobook
In "Washington the Soldier," Henry B. Carrington skillfully delves into the military prowess and leadership qualities of George Washington during the American Revolutionary War. Rooted in thorough research, Carrington's narrative combines historical fact with literary elegance, showcasing Washington's strategic genius and the challenges he faced in uniting disparate colonial forces. The work intricately weaves personal anecdotes with a broader analysis of the military landscape, offering a vivid portrayal imbued with the ethos of the era and the emerging American identity. Carrington'Äôs meticulous attention to detail invites readers into the tumultuous world of 18th-century conflict, highlighting both the man and the myth of Washington as a soldier. Henry B. Carrington was a prominent figure in American military history and an experienced soldier himself, his background providing a unique lens through which to view Washington'Äôs legacy. Having served as a Union officer during the Civil War, Carrington possessed firsthand understanding of military strategy and leadership, enabling him to draw insightful parallels between different historical military contexts. His passion for historical accuracy and his expertise in military tactics greatly influenced the narrative style and content of this illuminating biography. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in American history, military studies, or the foundational figures of the United States. Carrington'Äôs insightful analysis invites both historians and casual readers to reconsider Washington's contributions beyond his presidential legacy. "Washington the Soldier" stands as a testament to the complex interplay of heroism and sacrifice that defined the Revolutionary War, making it a compelling addition to any historical library.
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GenreBiography and Memoir
Length15 hrs 55 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE.
2LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS AND MAPS.
3CHAPTER I. EARLY APTITUDES FOR SUCCESS.
4CHAPTER II. THE FERMENT OF AMERICAN LIBERTY.
5CHAPTER III. THE OUTBREAK OF REPRESSED LIBERTY.
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6CHAPTER IV. ARMED AMERICA NEEDS A SOLDIER.
7Major-Generals.
8Brigadier-Generals.
9CHAPTER V. WASHINGTON IN COMMAND.
10CHAPTER VI. BRITISH CANADA ENTERS THE FIELD OF ACTION.
11CHAPTER VII. HOWE SUCCEEDS GAGE.—CLOSING SCENES OF 1775.
12CHAPTER VIII. AMERICA AGAINST BRITAIN.—BOSTON TAKEN.
13CHAPTER IX. SYSTEMATIC WAR WITH BRITAIN BEGUN.
14CHAPTER X. BRITAIN AGAINST AMERICA.—HOWE INVADES NEW YORK.
15CHAPTER XI. BATTLE OF LONG ISLAND.
16CHAPTER XII. WASHINGTON IN NEW YORK.
17CHAPTER XIII. WASHINGTON TENDERS, AND HOWE DECLINES, BATTLE.—HARLEM HEIGHTS AND WHITE PLAINS.
18CHAPTER XIV. THE FIRST NEW JERSEY CAMPAIGN.—TRENTON.
19CHAPTER XV. THE FIRST NEW JERSEY CAMPAIGN DEVELOPED.—PRINCETON.
20CHAPTER XVI. THE AMERICAN BASE OF OPERATIONS ESTABLISHED.—THE SECOND NEW JERSEY CAMPAIGN.
21CHAPTER XVII. BRITISH INVASION FROM CANADA.—OPERATIONS ALONG THE HUDSON.
22CHAPTER XVIII. PENNSYLVANIA INVADED.—BATTLE OF BRANDYWINE.
23CHAPTER XIX. WASHINGTON RESUMES THE OFFENSIVE.—BATTLE OF GERMANTOWN.
24CHAPTER XX. JEALOUSY AND GREED DEFEATED.—VALLEY FORGE.
25CHAPTER XXI. PHILADELPHIA AND VALLEY FORGE IN WINTER, 1778.
26CHAPTER XXII. FROM VALLEY FORGE TO WHITE PLAINS AGAIN.—BATTLE OF MONMOUTH.
27CHAPTER XXIII. THE ALLIANCE WITH FRANCE TAKES EFFECT.—SIEGE OF NEWPORT.
28CHAPTER XXIV. MINOR EVENTS AND GRAVE CONDITIONS, 1779.
29CHAPTER XXV. MINOR OPERATIONS OF 1779 CONTINUED.—STONY POINT TAKEN.—NEW ENGLAND RELIEVED.
30CHAPTER XXVI. SHIFTING SCENES.—TEMPER OF THE PEOPLE.—SAVANNAH.
31CHAPTER XXVII. THE EVENTFUL YEAR 1780.—NEW JERSEY ONCE MORE INVADED.
32CHAPTER XXVIII. BATTLE OF SPRINGFIELD.—ROCHAMBEAU.—ARNOLD.—GATES.
33CHAPTER XXIX. A BIRD’S-EYE VIEW OF THE THEATRE OF WAR.
34CHAPTER XXX. THE SOLDIER TRIED.—AMERICAN MUTINY.—FOREIGN Judgment.—ARNOLD’S DEPREDATIONS.
35CHAPTER XXXI. THE SOUTHERN CAMPAIGN, 1781, OUTLINED.—COWPENS.—GUILFORD COURT-HOUSE.—EUTAW SPRINGS.
36CHAPTER XXXII. LAFAYETTE IN PURSUIT OF ARNOLD.—THE END IN SIGHT.—ARNOLD IN THE BRITISH ARMY.
37CHAPTER XXXIII. NEW YORK AND YORKTOWN THREATENED.—CORNWALLIS INCLOSED BY LAFAYETTE.
38CHAPTER XXXIV. BRITISH CAPTAINS OUTGENERALED.—WASHINGTON JOINS LAFAYETTE.
39CHAPTER XXXV. THE ALLIANCE WITH FRANCE VINDICATED.—WASHINGTON’S MAGNANIMITY.—HIS BENEDICTION.
40CHAPTER XXXVI. WASHINGTON’S PREDICTION REALIZED.—THE ATTITUDE OF AMERICA PRONOUNCED.
41APPENDIX A. AMERICAN ARMY, BY STATES.
42APPENDIX B. AMERICAN NAVY AND ITS CAREER.
43APPENDIX C. COMPARISONS WITH LATER WARS.
44APPENDIX D. BRITISH ARMY, AT VARIOUS DATES.
452. British Army at the Battle of Long Island.
463. British effective force in America, June 3, 1777.
474. British effective force in America, March 26, 1778.
485. Aug. 15, 1778.
496. May 1, 1779.
507. December 1, 1779.
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