The Fenian Raid Of Fort Erie: With An Account Of The Battle Of Ridgeway, June, 1866 (1866) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169022867)

""The Fenian Raid of Fort Erie: With an Account of the Battle of Ridgeway, June, 1866"" is a historical book written by George Taylor Denison Jr. in 1866. The book provides a detailed account of the Fenian Raid, a series of attacks launched by the Irish Republican Brotherhood, also known as the Fenians, against Canada in 1866. The book focuses on the Battle of Ridgeway, which took place on June 2, 1866, between the Fenians and Canadian forces, resulting in the deaths of several soldiers on both sides. Denison Jr. was a Canadian militia officer who participated in the battle, and his firsthand experience provides a unique perspective on the events that unfolded. The book includes descriptions of the military tactics used by both sides, as well as the political and social factors that led to the conflict. It also includes maps and illustrations to help readers better understand the geography and layout of the battle. Overall, ""The Fenian Raid of Fort Erie"" is an important historical document that sheds light on a little-known conflict in Canadian history. It provides a detailed and engaging account of the Battle of Ridgeway and the events leading up to it, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in Canadian history or military history in general.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 Jr. Denison
ISBN-10: 1169022863
ISBN-13: 9781169022867
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 94
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.69lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.38d