Author |
Anonymous |
Title |
Stories of the War of 1812, and the Mexican War
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Original Publication |
Philadelphia, PA: W. A. Leary & Co., 1851, pubdate 1854.
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Note |
Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Credits |
Brian Wilsden and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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Summary |
"Stories of the War of 1812, and the Mexican War" by Anonymous is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book is a collection of narratives that focus on the significant events and battles that occurred during the War of 1812 against Great Britain and the subsequent Mexican-American War. Its purpose is to provide readers, particularly the youth, with engaging stories that highlight the courage and strategic complexities of these pivotal conflicts in American history. The content of the book encompasses detailed descriptions of various battles and military strategies, along with notable figures from both wars. The narratives recount the surrender of Detroit, the battles of Queenstown and Lundy’s Lane in the War of 1812, and the significant encounters during the Mexican War, such as the sieges of Monterrey and the tactical victories at Palo Alto and Buena Vista. Additionally, the book captures the spirit of determination and valor displayed by American troops as they navigated challenges against seemingly greater numbers and fortified positions. Through these stories, the author aims to inspire a deeper understanding and appreciation of American military history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
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Subject |
United States -- History -- War of 1812
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Subject |
Mexican War, 1846-1848
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
74180 |
Release Date |
Aug 3, 2024 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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