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Critical Thinking, Maps and Cartography, Strategy, The War Years (1775-1783) October 12, 2021 October 11, 2021

Terrain and Tactics: Detailed Perspectives From William Howe’s War Plan of 1776

by Ronald S. Gibbs, Courtney Spikes, and Thomas Paper

The objective of the 1776 British campaign was straightforward: capture New York and crush the American rebellion. The plan was the brainchild of British…

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1. Joe Cerreto Caleb Brewster’s Spy Boat Boys

Nice job, Phil! Always interesting to read about the daily grind of fighting. The big battles are important but just as important on the nasty little firefights going on all…
2. Alan Archambault Caleb Brewster’s Spy Boat Boys

Fascinating article with great information on the men who manned the spy boats. I particularly enjoy articles that explore the lives of the participants in the fight for American Independence.
3. ken daiger Caleb Brewster’s Spy Boat Boys

Very enjoyable article - good, solid research.