George Washington's Surprise Attack torrent

George Washington's Surprise Attack - Phillip Thomas Tucker [epub]

Like many historical events, the American Revolution is sometimes overlooked, ignored, or minimized by historians because of common shrouding in romantic myth or interference from stubborn stereotypes. Here historian Phillip Thomas Tucker provides an in-depth look at the events of the Battle of Trenton, weeding out fiction and legend and presenting new insights and analysis. Stories from many forgotten individuals of the war, including officers and soldiers from both sides, bring to life the Continental Army’s desperate circumstances and shocking victory. Myths that Tucker debunks include the Hessians’ slovenly drunkenness, Washington acting alone in creating the attack strategy, and Rall’s incompetence as a leader largely contributing to his troops’ defeat.

By exploring the forgotten aspects of one of America’s most famous battles, revealing Trenton’s story proves to be even more fascinating. In the end, America’s founding was nothing short of miraculous, and no chapter of America’s story was more miraculous than Washington’s improbable success at the battle of Trenton, where America’s fate was decided to almost everyone’s amazement on a dark, snowy morning.

Phillip Thomas Tucker, PhD, is a writer and historian who has edited and authored more than two dozen books, including Pickett's Charge: A New Look at Gettysburg's Final Attack, Death at the Little Bighorn: A New Look at Custer - His Tactics and the Tragic Decisions Made at the Last Stand, and the upcoming Alexander Hamilton's Revolution: His Vital Role as Washington's Chief of Staff (all published by Skyhorse Publishing). After earning his PhD in 1990, he took a position as civilian historian with the Department of Defense and specialized in air force history.

Paperback: 664 pages
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing; Reprint edition (August 23, 2016)