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twelve months that transformed the Revolution
the Philadelphia campaign, July to December 1777
xiii, 286 pages : illustrations, maps ; 23 cm
"On July 4, 1777, George Washington was so consumed with where the British would strike that he ignored the nation's first birthday. One year later, Washington created an independence celebration so spectacular that soldiers proudly recalled it in their old age. As historian Gary Escelbarger explains, it was between these two antithetical anniversaries where the fight for independence under Washington's leadership changed from a precarious regional struggle to a global conflict."--inside flap.
USA -- An army of observation -- irksome state of suspense -- If we behave like men -- Maneuvering appears to be their plan -- A prospect of success -- Pray, sir, decide -- He does not know how to improve upon the grossest blunders of the enemy -- This happy opportunity -- We have a force sufficient, by the favor of Heaven, to crush our foes -- One heap of ruin -- It is in our power to produce a conviction to the world -- They are determined to attack you where you now are.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 257-269) and index.