Martyrs to the Revolution in the British Prison-Ships in the Wallabout Bay (1855) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781168771759)

Martyrs To The Revolution In The British Prison-Ships In The Wallabout Bay is a historical book written by George Taylor and published in 1855. The book provides a detailed account of the British prison ships that were used during the American Revolution to hold captive American soldiers and sailors. The Wallabout Bay, located in Brooklyn, New York, was the site of one of the largest prison ships during the war. The book chronicles the harsh conditions that the prisoners faced, including disease, starvation, and mistreatment by the British guards. Taylor also documents the heroic efforts of the prisoners to resist their captors and maintain their dignity and hope in the face of extreme adversity. The book includes first-hand accounts from surviving prisoners, as well as historical documents and illustrations. Overall, Martyrs To The Revolution In The British Prison-Ships In The Wallabout Bay is a compelling and informative read for anyone interested in American history and the struggle for freedom and justice.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: George Taylor
ISBN-10: 1168771757
ISBN-13: 9781168771759
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 66
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d