The Compact History of the Revolutionary War (Compact Histories Book 1) by R. Ernest Dupuy (PDF)

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The Boston Tea Party. Brandywine. Germantown. Bunker Hill. Lexington. Saratoga. Charleston. George Washington. Paul Revere. Daniel Boone. Benedict Arnold: these are just a handful of the people and battles that shaped the war that birthed a nation.The American Revolutionary War is such an important event in world history that it can be hard to separate fact from fiction. But military historians R. Ernest Dupuy and Trevor N. Dupuy set out to do just that, busting the myths to uncover the truth behind the momentous events that saw a ragtag crowd of reluctant amateurs take on and beat the extraordinary military power of the British Empire.This book is a fascinating account of the unfolding of the war, painting a background in which Britain ruled the waves until they imposed taxes on the Thirteen Colonies, leading to widespread indignation. The rest, as they say, is history…Praise for Trevor N & R Ernest Dupuy“It is a comprehensive treatment of its subject, covering the good leadership as well as the bad. It is well worth reading for military and civilian alike. Besides this, it is entertaining reading.” General Gavin“Superb…enthralling…highly recommended.” Library Journal“Concise, well-written…a wide selection of paintings and photographs and excellent maps…aid in understanding the complexities of strategy and following the action.” The New York TimesColonel R. Ernest Dupuy (1887- 1976) was a newspaperman as well as a National Guardsman as a young man. He saw action in both World Wars. Twenty-five years later, as acting director of the SHAEF public relations division, it was his voice that announced the Normandy landings. After his retirement in 1947, he specialized in writing military history, and authored many books on the U.S. Army, West Point, and military affairs.Colonel Trevor N. Dupuy graduated from the United States Military Academy in 1938, and in World War II spent more combat time in Burma than any other American. Brave Men and Great Captains was the third of fifteen book collaborations between father and son. Since his retirement from the Army in 1958, he has written many books and articles on military history and affairs.

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⭐Author appears to know his stuff. Content is a bit dry at times, but not all history is exciting. Decent value.

⭐Excellent writer that provides a very good military overview of the Revolutionary war. Though politics are emntioned the major focus is the military campaigns including the logistic considerations. Many history books get so bogged down in the politics that it is hard to piece together the course of the war. Worth reading.

⭐This book is an incredible book. As a read, it is informative and engaging, while as a historic resource and timeline, it is invaluable for the historian and writer. Dupuy is an entertaining writer while imparting great amounts of information, and both this book and the book he authored about the Civil War in this same style should be musts for the American historian.

⭐A clear and concise depiction of the events of the revolutionary war. Lots of details can be a bit hard to get through but paints a good depiction of what happened.

⭐This book is nicely written and reads pretty smoothly. The authors sure know their stuff about the revolution.

⭐Well research and written. Best to have some background in the subject before reading. Highly recommend this well written book.

⭐A fast read. A little hard to stay up with. Average book.

⭐Not sure why I remembered this book this morning, but I read it when it was brand new (1963) and I was in 6th or 7th grade. It was the first really adult book I read. I remember it being a difficult read, but my age would have had something to do with it. My Mom told me years later that I told her “It’s a long and difficult book, but so was the Revolution, so maybe that how it’s supposed to be”. She thought that was hilarious, and I guess it was.

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