The Revolutionary War In Hackensack Valley: The Jersey Dutch And Neutral Ground, 1775-1783 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258098797)

The Revolutionary War In Hackensack Valley: The Jersey Dutch And Neutral Ground, 1775-1783 is a historical book written by Adrian C. Leiby. The book provides a detailed account of the Revolutionary War in the Hackensack Valley, New Jersey, focusing on the role played by the Jersey Dutch and the Neutral Ground. The author draws on a wide range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official records, to bring to life the experiences of the people who lived through this turbulent period.The book begins by setting the scene for the Revolutionary War in the Hackensack Valley, describing the social, economic, and political landscape of the region. The author then goes on to explore the various military engagements that took place in the area, including the Battles of Fort Lee and Hackensack, and the raid on Paramus. Throughout the book, Leiby pays particular attention to the experiences of the Jersey Dutch and the Neutral Ground, two groups of people who found themselves caught in the middle of the conflict.The Revolutionary War In Hackensack Valley: The Jersey Dutch And Neutral Ground, 1775-1783 is a fascinating and insightful read for anyone interested in the history of the Revolutionary War, or in the experiences of ordinary people during times of war and conflict. The book is well-researched and engagingly written, making it accessible to both academic and general readers.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: Adrian C. Leiby
ISBN-10: 1258098792
ISBN-13: 9781258098797
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 09/02/2011
Pages: 346
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.49lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d