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PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into a little-known but significant event during the American Revolutionary War: the death of Chevalier de Saint-Sauveur, a French naval officer, and the subsequent efforts to honor his memory. Set against the backdrop of the American Revolution and the crucial alliance between the newly formed United States and France, the author meticulously reconstructs the events surrounding a riot in Boston that led to the tragic death of de Saint-Sauveur. The narrative explores the diplomatic tensions and cultural clashes that arose between the American colonists and their French allies, highlighting the complexities of international relations during wartime. The author meticulously details the investigation into the riot, the outpouring of grief and respect for the fallen officer, and the Massachusetts General Court's pledge to erect a monument in his honor. However, the book goes beyond a mere historical account, delving into themes of memory, national identity, and the enduring legacy of the American Revolution. It examines the reasons behind the unfulfilled promise of the monument and the eventual efforts, over a century later, to rectify this oversight. Ultimately, the book serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the fight for American independence and the enduring bonds of friendship between the United States and France, forged in the crucible of revolution. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles how the French fleet and troops aided the American colonists during the Revolutionary War. The author describes the arrival of the French fleet in Boston Harbor in 1778, the fortifying of the harbor's defenses, and the unfortunate riot that tested the alliance between the two nations. The author illustrates the difficulties faced by both sides during the war, including General d'Estaing's flawed leadership and the supply issues that plagued both the French and American forces. The account exposes the challenges encountered when diverse cultures unite for a common cause, highlighting the importance of unity and understanding, particularly in the face of adversity. The book provides a fascinating historical account of an underappreciated aspect of the American Revolution, shedding light on the complex relationship between France and the United States during this critical period. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Condizione: New. KlappentextrnrnThis scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.