Forts of the War of 1812

by René Chartrand

Book Overview

When war broke out between the United States and Great Britain in 1812, neither side was prepared for the conflict, as evidenced by their respective fortifications. The most sophisticated and modern fortifications were those built by the US Corps of Engineers to protect some of the main port cities. These included Fort Mifflin in Philadelphia, Fort McHenry in Baltimore and Castle William in New York. The British also heavily fortified their main harbor...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1849085765
• ISBN13: 9781849085762
• Release Date: February 2012
• Publisher: Osprey Publishing (UK)
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.2" x 9.6"