A Guide to the Battles of the American Revolution

by Theodore P. Savas, J. David Dameron

On June 4, 1944, the secret capture of the U-505 submarine provided the Allies with priceless information on German technology and innovation. This volume contains seven essays by leading scholars discussing the history of the U-505, its crew, the naval intelligence behind its discovery and seizure, and its significance as a historical artifact and war memorial. Distributed by Casemate. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Genres: History, American Revolution, Nonfiction, American History, American Revolutionary War, Military Fiction

Kindle Edition

First published April 28, 1994

About the author

Savas Beatie LLC is an El Dorado Hills-based book publishing company established in 2004. The company has published more than 100 military, general history, and sports history titles, many of which have won awards and been selected by national book clubs.

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Reviews

[Aaron Meyer · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book contains practically every battle fought in the American Revolution with tons of maps and enough details to recreate the battles if you desired to do so. When one reads this book you will be amazed at the size and scope of the Revolution. Most people hear about the opening shots at Lexington and Concord and the surrender at Yorktown, but hardly any Americans know anything else. This book will definitely change that! The author even proposes that this is truly the first World War because when the French and Spanish became involved the battles began to happen all over the globe. I wouldn't go that far myself, but I would consider it perhaps the first war fought on a global scale, but to be classed as world war it needs the involvement of the entire world. But nonetheless this book is an outstanding addition to the shelf and anybody interested in the American Revolution it truly becomes an essential item indeed.

[Bruce · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you ever wanted a book that covers every battle of the American Revolution, complete with participants, tactical setup, maps and results, this is the one for you. A great reference for the military historian. I was surprised to learn that Daniel Boone fought in the last battle (Battle of Blue Licks) before peace was established. One of his opponents was John Butler of 'Butler's Rangers', a local hero in the Niagara Region.

[John Coleman · Rating 3 out of 5]

Really an encyclopedia of battles in chronological order. Each entry includes a decent map, a brief description of events leading to the battle from both British and Continental viewpoints, and an overview of the terrain.

I won't be reading it cover to cover again, but I will be referring to it often.

[Jim Blessing · Rating 4 out of 5]

Although I got bogged at a few points, this was a very good book to one wanting more information in this area. It mentioned a number of battles that I have seen mentioned on a map, but never know they were a revolutionary battle.

[Lee · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent book analyzing the Battles of the Revolutionary War. Following the battles in chronological order it gives a brief overview, 2-8 pages of each battle. It describes the commanders, the terrain, the number of troops involved, the outcome, it's impact on the war and most importantly what remains, if any of the battlefield today. It also has maps showing how the battle unfolded. It also gives a more information section at the end of the each battle if you wish to delve deeper into any specific battle.

[Harold Lowery · Rating 5 out of 5]

A comprehensive reference for the revolution. I consulted it often while writing From Lexington to Yorktown. Both the British and American perspectives are given on each battle. The maps are especially useful.

[George Polansky · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent guide.A must addition to this period in American history.

[Jimmy · Rating 4 out of 5]

While not a thorough military history of the war, this book gives an excellent overview of the campaigns and battles of the war, including actions on the Western Frontier and in the Caribbean. The introduction provides a brief but good background on the militaries of the countries that fought in North America.