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Description - Battle for Manhattan by Bruce Bliven, Jr

""Battle for Manhattan"" is a historical book written by Bruce Bliven Jr. that chronicles the events of the American Revolution in New York City. The book highlights the strategic importance of Manhattan Island and how it became a battleground for British and American forces. The author provides a detailed account of the battles that took place in and around the city, including the Battle of Long Island, the Battle of Harlem Heights, and the Battle of White Plains. Bliven also delves into the political and social climate of the time, describing how the colonists' desire for independence clashed with the British government's efforts to maintain control. The book is well-researched and provides a comprehensive look at the military tactics, key players, and significant events that shaped the outcome of the Revolutionary War in New York City. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, military strategy, or the Revolutionary War.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.

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