Excerpt from Journal of John Charles Philip Von Krafft
When provisions ran low they had to send to the little French island of St. Peters, 60 miles distant, where a French captain held the position of Governor, with 30 soldiers. It took the boat two months to make the trip there and back.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This captivating historical account chronicles the extraordinary life of Lieutenant von Krafft, a young Prussian officer who embarked on an adventurous journey during the American Revolutionary War. After resigning his commission, he embarked on a perilous odyssey that led him from the battlefields of Europe to the shores of the New World. The author meticulously traces von Krafft's experiences as he navigated the complexities of 18th-century society, grappling with cultural clashes and the challenges of war. Von Krafft's encounters with diverse characters, from Hessian soldiers to American patriots, provide a rich tapestry that vividly portrays the human toll and intricacies of global conflict. Through von Krafft's compelling narrative, this book delves into themes of loyalty, perseverance, and the pursuit of identity amid the tumult of historical upheaval. It sheds light on the complexities of warfare, the struggles of displaced individuals, and the enduring legacy of human endeavor. 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. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781332878758_0
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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Nº de ref. del artículo: LW-9781332878758
Cantidad disponible: 15 disponibles