The Life Of Jane McCrea: With An Account Of Burgoyne's Expedition In 1777 (1853) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781165177264)

""The Life of Jane McCrea: With an Account of Burgoyne's Expedition in 1777"" is a historical book written by David Wilson and published in 1853. The book is a detailed account of the life and tragic death of Jane McCrea, a young woman who was killed during the American Revolutionary War. The book also provides a comprehensive overview of General John Burgoyne's military campaign in 1777, which led to the Battle of Saratoga. Wilson's book is based on historical documents and eyewitness accounts, and it offers a vivid portrayal of the events leading up to Jane McCrea's death. The book describes how McCrea, who was engaged to a loyalist officer, was caught in the crossfire between American and British forces and was killed by Native American allies of the British. The incident became a rallying cry for American patriots and was widely publicized in the press.In addition to the story of Jane McCrea, the book also provides a detailed account of General Burgoyne's expedition, which was an attempt to cut off New England from the rest of the colonies. The book describes the battles and skirmishes that took place during the campaign, as well as the political and military strategies employed by both sides. Overall, ""The Life of Jane McCrea"" is a valuable historical resource for anyone interested in the American Revolution, the history of New York State, or the experiences of women during wartime. The book offers a nuanced and detailed account of a tragic event that had far-reaching consequences for both the British and American forces.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: David Wilson
ISBN-10: 1165177269
ISBN-13: 9781165177264
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 160
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d