The Defense of Stonington, Connecticut Against a British Squadron, August 9-12, 1814 (1864) - Hardcover

The Defense of Stonington, Connecticut Against a British Squadron, August 9-12, 1814 is a historical account written by J. Hammond Trumbull and first published in 1864. The book chronicles the events that took place during the War of 1812, when a British squadron attempted to invade the small town of Stonington, Connecticut. Trumbull provides a detailed description of the battle, including the tactics used by both the British and American forces, as well as the bravery and heroism displayed by the defenders of Stonington. The book also includes excerpts from letters and other primary sources, providing a firsthand account of the battle. Overall, The Defense of Stonington is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the War of 1812 or the early history of the United States.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.