Lexington and Concord

Lexington and ConcordExplore the gripping narrative of the Combat that Sparked the American Revolution with this insightful historical account by award winning historian George C. Daughan. In 'Lexington and Concord: The Battle that Launched the American Revolution', you will uncover the complexities behind the iconic battle that forever changed the course of history. This book delves into the intertwining factors of economic interests and political aspirations that

Explore the gripping narrative of the Combat that Sparked the American Revolution with this insightful historical account by award-winning historian George C. Daughan. In 'Lexington and Concord: The Battle that Launched the American Revolution', you will uncover the complexities behind the iconic battle that forever changed the course of history. This book delves into the intertwining factors of economic interests and political aspirations that motivated Massachusetts militiamen to rise against British oppression in 1775. The narrative reveals how colonists fought not only for their liberty but also for their farms and livelihoods.

Daughan's meticulously researched work breaks down the preconceived notions surrounding the Battle of Lexington and Concord, emphasizing that the colonial fighters were indeed well-prepared and organized, despite British officers' significant underestimation of their abilities. Through vivid storytelling and rich historical context, readers will gain new insights into the motivations that stirred ordinary men and women to unite in the struggle against tyranny, challenging both British might and economic subjugation.

With 368 pages of compelling content, this book is not just a retelling of a battle; it is an awakening. Perfect for history buffs, students, and anyone seeking to understand the foundations of American independence, this book is a must-have addition to your collection.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780393356755. Year: 2019. Publisher: W W Norton & Company.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393356755
Year: 2019
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 368


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An award-winning historian reinterprets the battle that launched the American Revolution.


George C. Daughan™s magnificently detailed account of the Battle of Lexington and Concord challenges the prevailing narrative of the American War of Independence. It was, Daughan argues, based as much in economic concerns as political ones. When Massachusetts militiamen turned out in overwhelming numbers to fight the British, they believed they were fighting for their farms and livelihoods, as well as for liberty.


Benjamin Franklin was not surprised by this widespread belief. In the years prior to the Revolution, Franklin had toured Great Britain and witnessed the wretched living conditions of the king™s subjects. They wore rags for clothes, went barefoot, and had little to eat. They were not citizens, but serfs. Franklin described the appalling situation in a number of letters home. In the eyes of many American colonists, Britain™s repressive measures were not seen simply as an effort to reestablish political control of the colonies, but also as a means to reduce the prosperous colonists themselves to the serfdom described in the Franklin letters.


Another key factor in the outcome of this historic battle, according to Daughan, was the scorn British officers had for colonial fighters. Although the British officers had fought alongside colonial Americans in the ferocious French and Indian War, they failed to anticipate the skill, organization, and sheer numbers of the colonial militias. Daughan explains how British arrogance led them to defeat at the hands of motivated, experienced patriot fighters determine