Foreign-Born American Patriots: Sixteen Volunteer Leaders in the Revolutionary War

Foreign-Born American Patriots: Sixteen Volunteer Leaders in the Revolutionary War
ISBN-10
147661251X
ISBN-13
9781476612515
Category
History
Pages
224
Language
English
Published
2013-12-03
Publisher
McFarland
Author
Reneé Critcher Lyons

Description

This book presents profiles of sixteen individuals born and raised in countries other than America who voluntarily joined the revolutionary cause. These men were writers, soldiers, merchants, sailors, guerilla fighters, pirates, financiers, and cavalry leaders. Each profile discusses the personal experiences that influenced the volunteer leader’s decision to fight for the fledgling country, the sacrifices endured for the benefit of the Revolutionary Cause, and the unique talents each contributed to the war effort. Their participation helped ensure the perpetuation of the ideals and values of the American republic.

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