Synopses & Reviews
A controversial ranking of the Revolution's biggest battles, events, and leaders
The American Revolution 100 brings you onto the charred battlefields and inside the maneuverings of the war that produced America. In comprehensive fashion it explains, analyzes, and ranks the war's most significant events, leaders, and battles according to their importance.
Celebrated veteran and military expert Michael Lee Lanning introduces the war's various causes and primary players. The 100 ranked entries that follow include bloody battles, outspoken politicians, military heroes, causes of the conflict, and monumental events.
The War of Independence pitted king against colonialist, monarchy against democracy. Men risked execution for treason in order to bring about the model government that would inspire a world. The American Revolution 100 brings to life its battles, people, and events, including maps and illustrations.
Synopsis
Experience the defining moments of the war that gave birth to America
The American Revolution 100 brings to life the monumental moments, bloody battles, and influential leaders who gave birth to a great nation. In comprehensive fashion, decorated veteran and military expert Michael Lee Lanning ranks and analyzes the war's most significant events, showing how each affected the outcome.
Relive the memorable battles, when a country of citizen-farmers prepared themselves to take on the mightiest army in the world. Learn about the remarkable figures and forces of the time, and decide for yourself:
- Who influenced the revolution more--John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, or John Paul Jones?
- Was the Battle of Yorktown more pivotal than the Battle of Trenton?
- Was The Declaration of Independence more important to the revolution than Thomas Paine's Common Sense?
Read the stories of Henry Knox, Thomas Sumter, American militias, and December 26, 1776, and let your own debates begin
Praise for Michael Lee Lanning's history books: Easily accessible Recommended reference for the aficionado and the uninitiated alike.
ForeWord magazine
Unusual and even witty insights also abound.
Publishers WeeklySynopsis
The American Revolution 100 brings you onto the charred battlefields and inside the maneuverings of the war that produced America. In comprehensive fashion it explains, analyzes, and ranks the war's most significant events, leaders, and battles according to their importance.