Bibliotheca Americana
Bibliotheca Americana

Author: John Russell Smith

Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand

Published: 2022-03-15

Total Pages: 354

ISBN-13: 3752587490

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Reprint of the original, first published in 1865. Illustrating the history and geography of north and south America, and the west Indies, altogether forming the most extensive collection ever offered for sale.

The War of 1812 in the Old Northwest
The War of 1812 in the Old Northwest

Author: Alec R. Gilpin

Publisher: MSU Press

Published: 2012-03-01

Total Pages: 388

ISBN-13: 1609173198

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This engaging narrative history deftly illustrates the War of 1812 as it played out in the Old Northwest — Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, and bordering parts of Canada. From the stirrings of conflict in the area beginning as early as the 1760s, through the Battle of Tippecanoe, and to Michigan Territory’s role as a focal point in prewar preparation, the book examines the lead-up to the war before delving into key battles in the region. In this accessible text, Gilpin explores key figures, dates, and wartime developments, shedding considerable light on the strategic and logistical issues raised by the region’s unique geography, culture, economy, and political temperament. Battles covered include the Surrender of Detroit, the Siege of Fort Meigs, and the battles of River Raisin, Lake Erie, the Thames, and Mackinac Island.