Boston 1775

by Francis Russell

The leading actors and events in Boston in the 1770s - Samuel Adams, John Hancock, the Boston Tea Party, Lexington, Concord, and Bunker Hill - have assumed a cherished place in history. Yet, with the passage of time, a layer of legend has obscured the true picture. Here, from award-winning author Francis Russell, is the bloody story of the early days of the American Revolution.

Genres: History, Nonfiction, American History, Military History

81 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 30, 2014

About the author

Francis Russell was an American author specializing in American history and historical figures.

Reviews

[Sue · Rating 4 out of 5]

This e-book had a narrow focus on Boston and the catalyst it played in the beginnings of the Revolutionary War. I always glean new information about the well known figures of this era. Sam Adams was portrayed as a master propagandist who would go to any lengths to get Boston and the colonies on board for independence from England. The strategy of the Battle of Bunker/Breeds Hill, on the British side and the American side, was more descriptive than other accounts I have read. For a short, fast read about Boston 1775 I would highly recommend this e-book.

[Tom · Rating 4 out of 5]

A nice, short version of events in Boson at the start of the Revolutionary War.

[John Levasseur · Rating 3 out of 5]

Russell's text offers some interesting facts and viewpoints..

Not as thorough as Philbrick's Bunker Hill book, but an easy read with details of Lexington and Concord that I have not read before. Likewise, the lead-up to and engagement at Breeds and Bunker Hill offers insight into the conflict. Russell portrays Sam Adams as a bit of a thug leading street brawlers calling themselves "Sons of Liberty". Glad I read the book! More detail could have been offered about Knox and the fortification of Dorchester Heights.

[Jason Townsend · Rating 4 out of 5]

This little book proved to be a nice overview of the battles, events, and people involved in the early days of the American revolution as it played out in Boston. Even the text itself was presented in an easy to read short paragraph format. A good choice for those who want a less bloated take on the history that still serves up a reasonable amount of detail.

[Jo Bunce · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love reading about the Rev. war. This book was well written and easy to read. I enjoyed the details in the book of the men and women who fought for our Country. Being a member of DAR, I recognize the names and places mentioned by the author.

[Robert M. Galbraith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very interesting and concise history of the beginnings of the revolution. I especially likes the discussion of the tax acts and the contrast between British and Colonial views of taxation.

[Cecilia Jones]

I absolutely enjoyed this walk down our country's beginnings.

[Candace · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting Account of Beginning of American Revolution

Basic history of the Battles of Lexington and Concord and of the Battle of Bunker [Breed] Hill, and the subsequent withdrawal of British troops and sympathizers from Boston. Interesting, attempts to de-mythologize, but ended abruptly.

[John Stubler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short and concise

This was well written and researched. A lot or most of the information offered up has been documented in other history pieces. The author gives a more global view of the goings on in Boston and never elaborates on main characters. Well written and a very fast read. I enjoyed it.

[Gregory J Commons · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good overview of Boston in 1775

Well written; flows well.
Very brief coverage of individuals who led the colonies to break with Britain.
Leaves the reader wanting more.