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100 1 _aLossing, Benson John,
_d1813-1891
245 1 4 _aThe Pictorial Field-Book of the Revolution, Vol. 1 (of 2) :
_bor, Illustrations, by Pen And Pencil, of the History, Biography, Scenery, Relics, and Traditions of the War for Independence
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2015
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aIllustrated with engravings, chiefly from sketches by the author.
500 _aRelease date is 2015-07-04
508 _aProduced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive
520 _a"The Pictorial Field-Book of the Revolution, Vol. 1 (of 2)" by Benson John Lossing is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work explores the American Revolution through a combination of historical narrative and illustrations, aiming to capture significant events, figures, and locations associated with the war for independence. The book stands as a thorough documentation meant to evoke a deeper appreciation for the nation's history and the monuments of that era. At the start of the volume, Lossing introduces his intent to document a journey through the key historical sites of the American Revolution, expressing his desire to create a record that merges travel with the history of significant events. He reflects on the challenges of intertwining a chronological narrative with a travelogue, emphasizing the importance of preserving the physical remnants of the revolution for future generations. Lossing recounts his extensive travels across former colonies, gathering stories and visual representations that highlight the spirit and sacrifice of the people involved in the fight for independence. The opening also sets the tone for a respectful reverence for the memories of those who paved the way for the nation’s freedom, revealing a strong sense of patriotism embedded in his work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aUnited States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49351
999 _c90189
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