Major General Philip Schuyler and the Burgoyne Campaign in the Summer of 1777

By John Watts De Peyster

Book Overview

""Major General Philip Schuyler and the Burgoyne Campaign in the Summer of 1777"" is a historical book written by John Watts De Peyster. The book focuses on the role of Major General Philip Schuyler in the Burgoyne Campaign during the summer of 1777. The Burgoyne Campaign was a military operation led by British General John Burgoyne during the American Revolutionary War. The campaign aimed to gain control of the Hudson River Valley and cut off New England from the rest of the colonies. Philip Schuyler was a major general in the Continental Army and played a crucial role in the defense of the Hudson River Valley during the Burgoyne Campaign. He was responsible for organizing the Continental Army and coordinating with local militias to defend against the British invasion. The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the Burgoyne Campaign, the military strategies employed by both sides, and the key battles that took place during the campaign. It also sheds light on the political and social factors that influenced the outcome of the campaign. De Peyster's book is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the American Revolutionary War. It provides a comprehensive and nuanced perspective on the Burgoyne Campaign and the role of Philip Schuyler in the defense of the Hudson River Valley.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 142864881X
• ISBN13: 9781428648814
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"