An exciting trip back in time to the American Revolution, "a reminder of what history can be when written by a master."--Publishers Weekly

How a young general shaped a nation -- a fascinating account of George Washington as he faced a war and came out as America's first president The American Revol

The Revolutionary War is ordinarily presented as a conflict exclusively between colonists and the British, fought along the northern Atlantic seacoast. This imp

From an acclaimed military historian, a bold reappraisal of young George Washington, an ambitious if reckless soldier destined to become the legendary general w

Examines the early military adventures of George Washington, detailing his ordeals in the wilderness, activities during the French and Indian Wars, lack of supp