Benedict Arnold's Army: The 1775 American Invasion of Canada During the Revolutionary War,
by Arthur S. Lefkowitz

The Arnold Expedition is one of the greatest adventure stories in American history. Based upon extensive primary sources and a keen understanding of the terrain, Benedict Arnold's Army examines in great detail this largely unknown but important period of the Revolution.        An award-winning author, Arthur Lefkowitz provides key insights into Arnold's character during the earliest phase of his military career, revealing his aggressive nature, his need for recognition, his experience as a competitive businessman, and his obsession with honor. When readers close this book, they will understand for the first time what started one of Washington's favorite and most capable officers down the fateful path to treason.

384 pages. Hardcover. Illustrated by George Woodbridge $33.00
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Fighting the American Revolution Tactics, Battle & Battlefields,
by Wade Houston

A wonderful overview of the fighting during the American Revolution. The strategies, tactics, weapons, battles and key military leaders are all expertly explained. Additionally, Mr. Houston has personally done all the leg-work, traveling to the military parks and battle sites, to provide directions, highlights and full-color photographs of these locations today. This manuscript was originally developed to aid U.S. Army officers in conducting staff rides and visits to American Revolutionary War sites. 104 pages. Softcover. Illustrated. $17.00 Shipped in New York State. $19.00

The Artillery Never Gained More Honour: The British Artillery in the 1776 Valcour Island and 1777 Saratoga Campaigns,
by Douglas R. Cubbison

This illustrated history highlights the efforts and contributions of the British Corps of Artillery in the Valcour Island campaign of 1776 and the Saratoga Campaign of 1777, recounting the participation by both the British Royal Artillery and that of the Hesse Hanau Artillery, who served as hired allies of the British. It focuses on the tactical, logistical, and command functions of the Royal Artillery by making considerable use of primary sources, many of them utilized for the first time in this study. It concludes with a detailed examination of the British artillery pieces used during this campaign and makes an effort to identify the current location of all documented Saratoga artillery pieces. The author is currently employed as the command historian for the U.S. Army's 10th Mountain Division, Fort Drum.

198 pages. Softcover. Heavily Illustrated. Maps. $20.00
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Memoir of a Revolutionary Soldier: The Narrative of Joseph Plumb Martin, by Joseph Plumb Martin Better known as "Private Yankee Doodle," this is a must-have book for all students of the American Revolution. A wide-eyed teenager when he first enlisted, Martin served for nearly the entire eight year war. Here, he recounts in grim detail his harrowing confrontations with gnawing hunger, bitter cold, and the fear of battle. It is an invaluable memoir from an ordinary man in extraordinary times. This particular edition is a reprint of the 1830 edition published by Glazier, Masters & Co., Hallowell, Maine. 176 pages. Softcover. $7.00 Shipped in New York State. $8.00

The First American Army, by Bruce Chadwick Historian Chadwick's lively narrative of the Continental Army tells the tale of what was it was like to be an American soldier at the battles of Bunker Hill, Quebec, Saratoga, and Monmouth. He draws on the letters, diaries, journals, and memoirs of eight men and uses their experiences to give the reader a "bottom up" look at the war. The author first introduces you to fifer John Greenwood, a 15-year-old who was present at Bunker Hill and teenager Jeremiah Greenman, who marched to Quebec with then-hero Benedict Arnold in the fall of 1775. Later, the smallpox-ravaged survivors of that campaign that retreated to the Lake Champlain-Lake George area have their souls saved by Reverend Ammi Robbins and their bodies treated by Dr. Lewis Beebe.

       Readers will find little academic analysis of the subjects, except for a few expansive chapter introductions. Those unfamiliar with the history of the revolutionary war may find themselves lost in the rapid shuffling between campaigns, battles and locations, but the stories of individual soldiers, doctors and ministers are strong enough to carry casual readers, as well as those more accustomed to more traditional histories. In fact, most readers have found they enjoy the look at the war from the enlisted men and civilian support point of view.

128 pages. Softcover. Heavily Illustrated. Maps. $15.00
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A British Soldier’s Story: Roger Lamb’s Narrative of the American Revolution,
Edited & Annotated by Don N. Hagist

Roger Lamb is one of the most-often quoted sources for the British soldier’s experience during the American Revolution. This edition is a completely annotated abridgement of his two books; A Journal of Occurrences during the Late American War (1809) and Memoir of My Own Life (1811). Lamb’s own wartime experiences have been culled from each book and edited together chronologically to form a highly readable, exciting and authentic narrative of the American Revolution.        Here, Lamb describes his early life, joining the British army, the voyage to America, the Ticonderoga campaign, his capture at Saratoga, imprisonment in Boston and escape to New York City. Lamb then goes on to describe his participation in the invasion of Charleston, the battles of Camden, Cowpens, and Guilford Courthouse -- plus another daring escape during the climatic Yorktown campaign and long journey back to British-held New York City. This exciting book is extensively footnoted, including additional biographical material on Roger Lamb and an overview of the weapons, tactics, uniforms and accouterments used by the British Army during the American Revolution.

206 pages. Softcover. Illustrated. Maps. $15.00
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NOTE: This is not Robert Graves’ fictionalized account of Roger Lamb’s life, but the TRUE LIFE adventures of a British soldier told entirely in his own words. Roger Lamb’s engaging, hard-to-find and authentic narrative is now available in this clear, concise, modern typeset version.

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Liberty Without Anarchy: A History of the Society of the Cincinnati,
by Minor Myers, Jr.

With unprecedented access to the society's papers and documents, Minor Myers has produced a highly readable history of this fascinating organization. Founded in May 1783 at Steuben's headquarters near present day Beacon, NY, by officers of the Continental army and navy, the Society of the Cincinnati could speak for their members with one voice. With Washington as President-General, they exerted political pressure on Congress to guarantee payment of monies owed their members for past service suring the war. The former officers were finally awarded a pension in 1827.        At one time, the Society was also one of America's most controversial organizations. Many Americans, Thomas Jefferson principal among them, viewed it with suspicion, as a seedbed for a hereditary American aristocracy. As Myers points out, the fears were well-founded. Many society members were monarchists, and in 1786 Steuben himself wrote to Prince Henry of Prussia inquiring whether he might be interested in becoming king of the United States. Prince Henry declined and interest in monarchy ended with the adoption of the federal Constitution in 1787.

320 pages. Softcover. Illustrated. $17.00
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George Washington's Indispensable Men: The 32 Aides-de-Camp Who Helped Win American Independence, by Arthur S. Lefkowitz While history has immortalized George Washington, it has largely forgotten those who helped to propel him to such greatness: the 32 men who served as his aides-de-camp. George Washington's Indispensable Men asserts that Washington relied heavily on these men for help in formulating policy and strategy. His aides were definitely not just paper-pushers, but real, behind-the-scenes advisors that potentially affected some of his greatest decisions. This landmark work is sized perfectly to fit perfectly on your bookself next to Divided Loyalties, Redcoat, the Battle for New York, and Washinton's Crossing! The author, Arthur Leflowitz, is a fomer member of the Brigade of the American Revolution. Cover art by the late George C. Woodbridge. 432 pages. Hardcover. Illustrated. Maps. $30.00

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Back in Print!

Encyclopedia of the American Revolution,
by Mark M. Boatner III
This alphabetically arranged, cross-referenced volume contains nearly 2,000 articles on the people, issues, and events of the American Revolutionary era. It is the first complete, authoritative, one-volume reference work on the period from 1763 to 1783.

1312 pages. Diagrams. 54 Maps. Hardcover. $40.00
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"Written in alphabetical sequence by topic, it is difficult to follow for a year-by-year analysis of the war. Nevertheless, it is one of the most important reference works on the military history of the American Revolution."
Anthony D. Darling, Author, Red Coat and Brown Bess

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Just Published in March of 2004!

Gunpowder: Alchemy, Bombards, and Pyrotechnics : The History of the Explosive That Changed the World, by Jack Kelly Gunpowder is a tour through the turbulent history of one of mankind's most critical inventions-the fiery substance that transformed everything from fireworks in China to warfare in Renaissance Europe and beyond. Novelist and journalist Jack Kelly conveys, with dramatic immediacy, how the simple mixture of saltpeter, sulfur, and charcoal, originally invented to frighten evil spirits, went on to make the modern world possible. He brings to life the eclectic cast of characters who played a role in its epic story, including Michelangelo, Edward III, Vasco da Gama, Cortez, Guy Fawkes, Alfred Nobel, and E.I. DuPont. A must-read for history fans and military buffs alike, Gunpowder brings together a rich terrain of cultures and technological innovations with authoritative research and swashbuckling style. 288 pages. Hardcover (cloth). $25.00 Shipped in New York State. $27.00

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New from Random House

The American Revolution: A History, by Gordon S. Wood Only 5 x 7.5 inches, Gordon S. Wood's new book is a concise summary of the events and circumstances surrounding the seminal conflict in American history. As one of the more highly regarded historians of the period, Wood deftly describes seeds of the Revolution, the course of actual warfare, and finally its aftermath. His polished narrative flow enhances this work's appeal to readers, whether or not they are knowledgeable about the American Revolution. Mr. Wood was one of the narrators for the PBS American Revolution series "Liberty", The History Channel's "Founding Brothers," and recently seen on C-SPAN's "Booknotes" hawking this very book. 190 pages. Hardcover. Published at $19.95. $18.00 Shipped in New York State. $20.00

A New Treat! Murder or Mayhem? Benedict Arnold's New London Raid, 1781, by Dr. Walter Powell In 1781, not long after his defection, Benedict Arnold led a force of British and Loyalist troops to attack New London harbor and Fort Griswold. Known as the "New London Raid," charges of British atrocities followed as the American commander and more than half of his troops were killed. Dr. Powell uses previously unpublished accounts, of both Colonial and British leaders, to bring a fresh interpretation to events surrounding Connecticut's bloodiest Revolutionary War battle. Back in Stock! 88 pages. Booklet design. $10.00 Shipped 1st Class only. $12.00

New to our inventory! Baron Von Steuben’s Revolutionary War Drill Manual: A Facsimile Reprint of the 1794 Edition Facsimile of extremely rare 1794 edition of von Steuben’s basic manual of military training and procedure. It served as the official U.S. military guide until 1812. Invaluable reference for historians, military buffs details drill and field service regulations: formation of a company, marching, firings, inspection, much more. 176 pages. Softcover (cloth). $10.00 Shipped in New York State. $12.00

Yankee Doodle: Our Soldiers in the American Revolution, by Alan H. Archambault From Bellerophon Books and renown military artist, Alan H. Archambault, Yankee Doodle is a great and inexpensive coloring book about the life of the American Soldier in our War for Independence. It is loaded with information for the youngsters or the young at heart. Like the famed SketchBook '76, adult newbees to the Living History hobby or anyone starting an interest in the Continental Army will find the information most useful. Mr. Archambault is a much sought after illustrator of military uniforms. To get copies of his artwork, including several battle scenes, for this price, is an absolute steal! 24 pages. Fully Illustrated. Softcover. $6.00 Only shipped 1st Class $8.50