An Object of Great Importance: The Hudson River During the American War for Independence, by Christopher W. DiPasquale
During the American Revolution the Hudson River was a vital artery on which the cause of liberty depended. This book is a well-sourced brief account of the various actions and incidents that occurred along its banks and in its waters. The main areas of discussion include the construction of the river's defenses, the 1777 campaign, the 1779 taking of Stony Point, and the Benedict Arnold treason.

One Copy Left! 92 pages. Softcover. Illustrated. $15.00

The Battle of Fort Montgomery: A Short History, by Jan Sheldon Conley
This little booklet tells the story of the brave attempt by a relative handful of Colonials to defend New York's Hudson Highlands in early October of 1777. Located just south of West Point, Fort Montgomery and it's sister fortification, Fort Clinton at nearby Bear Mountain, were originally built in 1776 to guard the Hudson River. However, despite a good but brief fight, they were overwhelmed from the land side by the advancing British and Loyalist troops of General John Vaughan.

Back in Stock! 39 pages. Booklet. Illustrated. 1st Class shipping included $8.00

Battle of Paoli, by Thomas J. McGuire
Learn about the famous battlefield that was just saved. This is the first full-length treatment of the 1777 battle. Using previously unpublished primary sources to detail the arrival of Wayne's division in the area, the British discovery of the position, the battle itself, and Wayne's subsequent court martial, this nicely presented book is a must for any student of the period. It is one of our most popular titles.

226 pages. Hardcover. Nicely illustrated. $25.00

The Surprise at Germantown: October 4, 1777, by Thomas J. McGuire
Discusses in detail the Battle of Germantown, Pennsylvania in October, 1777. Beginning with events that led to the battle, the story centers around the attack on the Benjamin Chew House, known as Cliveden. Barricaded inside Cliveden, the British 40th regiment held out in the center of the American attack. A British counter-attack soon caused an American retreat and ended the fighting.

121 pages. Softcover. $12.00

Marinus Willett: Defender of the Northern Frontier, by Larry Lowenthal
       During the War for Independence, citizens like Marinus Willett truly risked their "lives, fortunes and sacred honor" to establish a republic in which they fervently believed.
       A company commander with the 1st New York in 1775, Willett's bravery and unflinching dedication to the cause of liberty made him a hero of Fort Stanwix in 1777 (as Lt. Col. of the 3rd New York) and saved the Northern Frontier for the patriot cause in 1781 with the New York Levies. In between, as their new commander, he did what he could to revive the decimated 5th New York regiment.
Willet was one of the first mayors of NY City following the revolution. He was a supporter of Aaron Burr and not of fellow New Yorker Alexander Hamilton in the politics of the early 19th century. Ironically, he and Hamilton are both buried close to each other in the Trinity Church cemetery, next to "Ground Zero" in NY City.

104 pages. Softcover. Illustrated. $15.00

The Philadelphia Campaign, 1777-1778, by Gregory T. Edgar
       General Washington has to fight not only the British for the rebel capital, but also his own subordinates who conspire to replace him as commander-in-chief at Valley Forge. Colorful characters include the Baron von Steuben, Molly Pitcher, and the Marquis de Lafayette.

235 pages. Softcover. Published at $24.00. Our price includes tax & shipping! $24.00

"...Mr. Edgar shows a remarkable ability to weave together first-hand accounts into a concise, highly readable narrative of a critical portion of the American Revolution. This book allows readers to experience the events as they happened -- in the encampments, on he marches, and on the battelfields"
Don N. Hagist, The Brigade Dispatch