9781528305365 - Valley Forge Historical Research Report (Classic Reprint) de Bodle, Wayne K. (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book describes the hardships that the Continental Army faced in the winters of 1777-78 at Valley Forge, enduring lack of food, clothing, and medical care, while also battling the harsh elements. It also depicts their resilience and tenacity in the face of adversity, as well as the struggles between George Washington and Congress that threatened to unravel the entire war effort. The book argues that these hardships and internal conflicts were a crucible that forged the army into a more effective fighting force, setting the stage for their eventual victory. Beyond the immediate events at Valley Forge, this book explores the broader context of the American Revolution and the challenges in building and maintaining an army in the midst of a war. It sheds light on the role of politics, economics, and logistics in shaping the outcome of battles and campaigns, revealing the complexity of warfare in the 18th century. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.