This comprehensive account is a keen-eyed exploration of the five critical military events that changed the outcome of the War of Independence.

For eight fierce years, American and British military forces fought in a bloody war for independence. This conflict also involved Native American warriors and the armies and naval forces of France, Spain, the Dutch Republic, and several German principalities. From frozen Canada to tropical Florida and west to the Mississippi River, the War of Independence included hundreds of campaigns, battles, and skirmishes on land and at sea, where soldiers and naval personnel fought and sacrificed their lives for causes, crowns, and comrades.

In this masterful yet accessible portrayal of America's struggle for freedom, John R. Maass identifies the five decisive events that secured independence for the 13 oppressed but determined colonies. These pivotal moments, not all of which were triumphs on the battlefield, resulted in a victory for the new United States. Challenging traditional interpretations of what guarantees victory in war, "From Trenton to Yorktown" offers a fresh perspective on the War of Independence.

Pages: 272, Year of Publication: 0701, Dimensions: 15.6x15.6cm