Letters And Journals Relating To The War Of The American Revolution And The Capture Of The German Troops At Saratoga

""Letters and Journals Relating to the War of the American Revolution and the Capture of the German Troops at Saratoga"" is a historical account of the American Revolution written by Friederike Charlotte Riedesel. The book is a collection of letters and journals that were written by Riedesel and her husband, General Friedrich Adolf Riedesel, during their time in America. The Riedesels were part of the Hessian troops that were hired by the British to fight against the American colonists. The book provides a unique perspective on the war, as it is written from the point of view of a woman who was living through the conflict. Riedesel's letters and journals offer a glimpse into the daily lives of the soldiers and their families, as well as the challenges they faced during the war. The book also includes details about the capture of the German troops at Saratoga, which was a turning point in the war. Overall, ""Letters and Journals Relating to the War of the American Revolution and the Capture of the German Troops at Saratoga"" is a fascinating historical document that provides valuable insight into the American Revolution from a unique perspective.Personal Memoirs Of The Wife Of Major General Riedesel, Commander Of A Regiment Of Soldiers From The Duchy Of Brunswick, Who Was Hired By The British During The American Revolution. While Many Of The German Units Fighting In The Revolutionary War Were Popularly Known As Hessians, Riedesel's Troops Were More Properly Described As Brunswickers. Riedesel And His Wife Were Captured By The Americans After General Burgoyne Surrendered After The Battle Of Saratoga In 1777.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.