Description: This book delves into the intricate details of New Jersey's involvement in the American Revolutionary War, offering a meticulously researched account of the state's contributions to the fight for independence. The author meticulously traces the formation, organization, and movements of the New Jersey Continental Line, comprising three battalions raised in response to the Continental Congress's calls for troops. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of pivotal events such as the battles of Brandywine, Germantown, Monmouth, and Springfield, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs faced by Jerseymen on the battlefield. The author's meticulous research draws upon a wealth of primary sources, including pension lists, congressional minutes, war department records, and personal correspondence, to paint a vivid picture of the lives and experiences of these soldiers. Beyond military campaigns, this book explores the political and logistical aspects of wartime New Jersey, examining the state's efforts to recruit, equip, and maintain its troops amidst the turmoil of revolution. The author delves into the complexities of wartime governance, highlighting the challenges of balancing local interests with the demands of the Continental Congress. Through its comprehensive exploration of New Jersey's role in the Revolutionary War, this book offers invaluable insights into the sacrifices, resilience, and unwavering spirit of those who fought for American independence, solidifying their place in the annals of history. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
Price: 31.18 USD
Location: New York NY
End Time: 2024-12-28T08:54:21.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
Product Images
Item Specifics
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Return policy details:
Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Intended Audience: Adults
Personalize: No
Inscribed: No
Ex Libris: No
Personalized: No
Signed: No
Number of Pages: 878
Type: textbook
Book Title: Official Register of the Officers and Men of New Jersey in the Revolutionary War : Compiled under Orders of His Excellency Theodore F. Randolph, Governor (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication Year: 2017
Item Height: 1.7 in
Topic: Military / General
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: History
Item Weight: 40.7 Oz
Item Length: 9 in
Author: William S. Stryker
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
