A Proper Sense of Honor

Service and Sacrifice in George Washington's Army

Autori

• Caroline Cox

Parametri

Pagine

364pagine

Tempo di lettura

13ore

• Storia

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The book explores the stark contrasts in the conditions faced by soldiers and officers in the Continental army during the Revolutionary War. It delves into disparities in living conditions, punishments, medical care, and treatment of prisoners, highlighting the entrenched hierarchy of the time. Utilizing pension records, memoirs, and correspondence, Caroline Cox reveals how soldiers challenged their subordinate status, shedding light on their struggles for dignity and recognition within a rigid military structure.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2007

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