Following the disastrous defeat of John Burgoyne's army at Saratoga; the British were forced to rethink their strategy for ending the American Revolutionary War. A new commander-in-chief; Sir Henry Clinton; was instructed to shift the focus of the war to the southern colonies.The new theatre brought the British their most comprehensive victory of the war at Charleston; but subduing the entire region was a herculean task; which Clinton left in the hands of his subordinate; Lord Cornwallis. Aware that his small army would be unable to defend the vast area he was responsible for; Cornwallis chose to go on the offensive; seeking out the remnants of organised resistance.Marching to meet him was Horatio Gates at the head of his 'Grand Army'. When the two forces met; at Camden on the morning of 16 August 1780; Cornwallis won a famous victory and the pacification of the south seemed to be unfolding exactly as planned. Packed with maps and full-colour artwork; this comprehensive account is a vivid portrayal of Britain's last great military triumph of the war.
#1844207 in Books Michael Staton 2012-02-07Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.00 x .46 x 6.00l; .61 #File Name: 1470023105182 pagesThe Fighting Bob A Wartime History of the USS Robley D Evans DD 552
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy robert frankiExcellent account of WWII action in the Pacific versus Japan. Life and death and nothing in between.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Mrs. JohnsonLots of good information0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. fighting bob; was a big hit with my father who served on this ship in the Pacific in WWIiBy joe alexanderThis book was a big hit with my father who served on this ship in the Pacific during World War II
