Tuesday, September 6, 2011

Book Recommendation: The British at the Gates


The British at the Gates by Robin Reilly is a history of the campaign that ended in the Battle of New Orleans, during the War of 1812. It's very well written. It is detailed, yet very readable. It explains the causes of the war in what I consider a balanced way. The author then gives a narration of the important events of the war leading to New Orleans, the final battle.
My friend, Jim, and I are starting a War of 1812 project and this volume by itself will keep me going for a while. I was fortunate to have this on the shelf at home when I needed to start my research.
Highly recommended.

5 comments:

  1. Don't know much about the war, this would be a good place to start.

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  2. Yes, it is a good introduction.

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  3. ill check it out thanks!

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