Synopses & Reviews
Andrew Bryson, the son of a Presbyterian leaseholder and prominent Co. Down United Irishman, was punished for his part in the 1798 rebellion by compulsory enlistment in the regular army. In a long and reflective letter to his sister, written in 1801 after his escape to New York, Bryson provides a vivid chronicle of his enforced travels through Ireland and beyond.
Synopsis
Andrew Bryson was punished for his part in the 1798 Irish rebellion by compulsory enlistment in the regular army. In a long and reflective letter to his sister, written in 1801 after his escape to New York, Bryson provides a vivid chronicle of his enforced travels through Ireland and beyond.
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 116) and index.